How to Write a Good Capability Statement

What to Include

The following information is important to include in your company’s Capability Statement:

• Name and company branding, slogan (if any)
• Summary description of the company
• Core Capabilities
• Description of major services offered
• Federal Small Business Certifications
• Contract Vehicles in which you participate (Federal and State)
• State Certifications
• Local, Quasi, and Non-Government agencies you have served
• Major Clients (list the most important), Commercial and Government
• NAICS Codes
• Partners and authorized resellers
• Staff clearances and certifications
• General Company information, including
  • Registered company name
  • DBA
  • Year of incorporation
  • State of incorporation
  • Corporation type
  • D-U-N-S Number
  • CAGE Code
• Contact information

Tips

• Visually appealing
• 1 page (front and back)
• Present information concisely
• Use bullets, simple tables, highlighted sections for readability  
• Have someone from outside your company read your statement and provide feedback, before sharing with customers/potential customers
• Be sure to check spelling and grammar

Sample Capability Statement

See a sample capability statement prepared by the HHS Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization.