Transparent pricing.
Zero negotiation.
We do not compete on price. We compete on execution velocity and deterministic outcomes. Every engagement is fixed-price with defined deliverables. No hourly billing. No surprise invoices.
Investment tiers
Simple. Deterministic.
Three tiers. Each one scoped to a specific operational need. Pick the one that fits — or book a call and we'll tell you which one you need.
Sprint MVP
A complete custom software MVP shipped in 30 days. Includes architecture, development, Cloudflare Edge deployment, and documentation. Scoped to your exact requirements — zero templates.
- Technical architecture & blueprint
- Custom software build (React + Python)
- Cloudflare Edge deployment
- CI/CD pipeline setup
- 14-day post-launch support
- Full documentation & handoff
vCTO Retainer
Ongoing fractional CTO. We manage your infrastructure, optimize AI agents, patch vulnerabilities, and provide direct architecture support. No $150k salary required.
- Unlimited break-fix remediation
- CVE patching & security monitoring
- AI agent optimization
- 24/7 uptime monitoring
- Monthly health reports
- Direct architecture support
Technical Audit
The entry point. We map every workflow, identify high-risk CVEs, benchmark performance, and deliver a prioritized remediation roadmap with financial impact analysis.
- Full codebase & stack review
- CVE vulnerability assessment
- Performance benchmarks
- Prioritized remediation roadmap
- Financial impact calculator
- Architecture recommendation
Enterprise-scale multi-agent pipelines and global infrastructure are quoted after a discovery call.
Scope matrix
What's included.
| Feature | Deployment | Retainer | Audit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Architecture | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Custom Software Build | ✓ | — | — |
| Edge Deployment (Cloudflare) | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Architecture Blueprint | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Break-Fix Remediation | 14 Days | ∞ | — |
| CVE Patching & Monitoring | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Direct Operator Line | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Monthly Health Reports | — | ✓ | — |
| AI Agent Optimization | — | ✓ | — |
| 24/7 Uptime Monitoring | — | ✓ | — |
Why fixed price
The economics behind our model.
Fixed Price. Fixed Scope.
Most software agencies hide their pricing because they adjust rates based on perceived budget. We publish ours because they are honest and non-negotiable. No surprises.
Outcome Based
Hourly billing incentivizes agencies to work slowly. Our fixed-price model incentivizes us to work fast. We eat the risk if a project takes longer. You get defined outcomes.
Onshore Quality
Offshore development is cheaper upfront, but costs 3x in rework. We are Houston-based, CST-aligned, and 100% onshore. You get what you pay for.
Pricing FAQ
Straight answers.
rpdi@pricing:~$ Why are your prices fixed instead of hourly?
Hourly billing incentivizes agencies to work slowly. Fixed pricing incentivizes us to work fast and deliver defined outcomes. You know the exact cost before we start, and we eat the risk if a project takes longer than expected.
rpdi@pricing:~$ What does the Sprint MVP include?
The Sprint MVP ($15K–$30K) includes technical architecture, custom software development using React and Python, Cloudflare Edge deployment, CI/CD pipeline setup, and 14-day post-launch support. This covers a complete working product scoped to your specific business requirements, shipped in 30 days.
rpdi@pricing:~$ What is the vCTO Retainer and who needs it?
The vCTO Retainer ($2,500/month) is for businesses that need ongoing technical leadership without hiring a full-time CTO or IT team. It includes unlimited break-fix remediation, proactive CVE patching and security monitoring, direct-line architecture support, AI agent optimization, and monthly infrastructure health reports.
rpdi@pricing:~$ How does RPDI pricing compare to other Houston agencies?
Houston agency rates typically range from $150-$300/hour with no guaranteed outcomes. A typical 6-month agency engagement costs $75,000-$150,000. Our Sprint MVP delivers a working system in 30 days starting at $15K — with a fixed-price guarantee. The vCTO Retainer at $2,500/month replaces the need for a full-time CTO ($150,000-$250,000/year) or fractional CTO ($5,000-$15,000/month).
rpdi@pricing:~$ Where should I start?
Start with the Technical Audit ($5K–$10K). It's our primary entry product — a 2-week deep dive into your codebase, infrastructure, and workflows. You get a prioritized remediation roadmap and financial impact analysis. Most clients move to a Sprint MVP or vCTO Retainer after seeing the audit results.
The Offer
Secure your deployment slot.
We take on a limited number of engagements per quarter to maintain delivery quality. Book a 30-minute discovery call to verify technical feasibility and lock in your timeline.