Expert Partner Procurement That Saves Time & Money

Get the right team, the right structure, and the right terms. We work directly with your team to define needs, run a competitive bid process, and negotiate strong contracts that protect your interests.

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How We Deliver Results

  1. 1.

    Scope Your Project Needs

    We define your goals, budget, and timeline to guide the sourcing process.

  2. 2.

    Shortlist Top-Fit Candidates Globally

    We curate a shortlist of vetted partners tailored to your project.

  3. 3.

    Solicit Competitive Bids

    We run a bidding process to secure best-fit teams and pricing.

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    Negotiate Favorable Contract

    We handle the back-and-forth to get you clear, fair, and production-ready terms.

  5. 5.

    Onboard: Establish Process & Align

    We align workflows, communication, and tools to start strong.

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    Oversee Execution & Delivery

    We stay close to ensure your partners hit milestones and deliver.

Procurement Services

Best RFP documents

RFP Authoring

Best-in-class RFPs to frame your project accurately, attract the right bids, and accelerate alignment.

Shortlist candidates table

Shortlist Generation

Leverage our global network to identify top candidates, saving you time on sourcing and vetting.

Bid comparison table

Structured Bid Processes

Make smart hiring decisions with the right information at the right time for easy comparison.

Contacts and statement of work

Trusted Contracts

With hundreds of game deals negotiated, we protect your interests using proven best practices.

CDR’s unique blend of strategic insight, technical knowledge, and extensive network within the gaming industry has enabled Oooh to execute an outsourcing strategy that has yielded substantial ongoing value to our organization.
I highly recommend CDR for any organization considering any type of external production.
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Paco Viciana
VP & Studio Head, Scopely
Previously
Executive Director
Technical Director

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Answers to questions you might have about CDR.

What are the key elements of successful external development contract negotiation?

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Successful external development contract negotiation for games includes clear deliverable specifications, milestone-based payment structures, intellectual property rights, quality assurance processes, and dispute resolution mechanisms. Professional procurement services ensure these elements protect the studio's interests throughout the project lifecycle.

What are the benefits of using professional procurement services for game development?

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Professional game development procurement services save time and money by leveraging industry expertise to identify qualified vendors, structure competitive bid processes, and negotiate favorable contracts. These structured procurement game studios services help avoid common pitfalls in external development relationships and secure better partnership terms.

How do you evaluate vendors during game outsourcing bid processes?

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When evaluating vendors during game outsourcing bid processes, assess technical capabilities, portfolio quality, team experience, communication approaches, pricing transparency, and contract terms. A systematic game development vendor selection approach helps identify partners who deliver quality work within budget and timeline constraints.

What should be included in a game development RFP?

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A comprehensive game development RFP should include project scope, technical requirements, milestone schedule, deliverable specifications, quality standards, budget parameters, and evaluation criteria. This documentation creates the foundation for effective external development contract negotiation and ensures vendors can provide accurate proposals.

How does a structured RFP process benefit game development?

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A structured RFP process in game development creates clarity around project requirements, attracts qualified vendors, enables fair comparison of proposals, and establishes clear expectations. This systematic approach to game development procurement services reduces risks, controls costs, and increases the likelihood of successful external partnerships.

What is the game development procurement process?

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The game development procurement process involves defining project needs, shortlisting qualified vendors, soliciting competitive bids, negotiating contracts, and establishing work processes. A structured procurement approach ensures studios find the right external development partners while maintaining quality control and budget efficiency.

What if I only need introductions, not full support?

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Choose CDR Matchmaking. We present a curated short-list of vetted studios and facilitate first meetings. No long-term engagement or operational oversight is required. You pick the level of help you need: matchmaking, full-stack support, or anything in between.