What is a Capability Statement?
A capability statement is a one-to-two page document that serves as your business resume for government buyers. It's the most important marketing tool in government contracting—often the first thing a contracting officer reviews when evaluating potential vendors.
✅ Capability Statement Checklist
Company Information
☐ Company legal name
☐ DBA (if applicable)
☐ Physical address
☐ Phone number
☐ Email address
☐ Website URL
☐ Company logo (high resolution)
☐ Point of contact name and title
Registration & Identification Numbers
☐ UEI (Unique Entity Identifier)
☐ CAGE Code
☐ NAICS Codes (primary and secondary)
☐ PSC/FSC Codes (if applicable)
☐ SBA certifications (8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB, etc.)
☐ State/local certifications (MBE, WBE, DBE, etc.)
Core Content
☐ Core competencies (3-5 key strengths)
☐ Differentiators (what makes you unique)
☐ Past performance (2-3 relevant projects)
☐ Company overview/about section
☐ Services offered
☐ Geographic coverage area
Design & Formatting
☐ Professional layout (1-2 pages max)
☐ Consistent branding and colors
☐ Easy to scan and read
☐ PDF format for distribution
☐ Print-ready version available
Tips for Success
Tailor your capability statement for each agency or opportunity when possible
Use action verbs and quantifiable results in past performance
Keep it concise—contracting officers review hundreds of these
Update regularly as you win new contracts and add capabilities
Include relevant certifications prominently
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