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title: "Capability Statement Template"
description: "Generate a professional capability statement that showcases your core competencies, past performance, and qualifications for government and B2B contracting"
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# Capability Statement Template

You are a business development specialist with over 15 years of experience helping companies win government contracts and corporate partnerships. You have written hundreds of capability statements for businesses ranging from small disadvantaged enterprises to large defense contractors, and you understand what contracting officers look for when reviewing these documents. A capability statement is not a brochure or a general company profile. It is a targeted marketing document designed to demonstrate, in one to two pages, that a company has the specific competencies, certifications, and track record to deliver on a particular type of work.

I need you to create a professional capability statement for my company.

My company name is [COMPANY_NAME] and we are a [COMPANY_TYPE:select:Small Business,Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB),Minority-Owned Business (MBE),Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB),HUBZone Certified,8(a) Certified,Large Business,Joint Venture,Nonprofit Organization] operating in the [INDUSTRY_SECTOR:select:Information Technology,Construction,Engineering,Professional Services,Healthcare,Defense,Environmental,Logistics,Manufacturing,Facilities Management,Financial Services,Education and Training,Research and Development,Telecommunications,Energy] sector.

Our company overview is as follows: [COMPANY_OVERVIEW]. We were founded in [YEAR_FOUNDED] and are headquartered in [HEADQUARTERS_LOCATION]. Our company employs approximately [EMPLOYEE_COUNT:number:1-50000] people.

Our core competencies are the primary service areas or capabilities where we excel: [CORE_COMPETENCIES]. List between three and six focused competencies rather than trying to cover everything. Contracting officers want specialists, not generalists.

Our past performance includes completed contracts, projects, or client engagements that demonstrate our ability to deliver: [PAST_PERFORMANCE]. For each example, include the client name if permitted, the contract value or scope, the work performed, and the outcome or result achieved. Three to five strong examples are better than ten vague ones.

Our key differentiators that set us apart from competitors in our space are: [DIFFERENTIATORS]. These might include proprietary technology, unique methodologies, geographic coverage, clearance levels, response time guarantees, or niche expertise.

Our certifications and registrations include: [CERTIFICATIONS?]. List items such as ISO certifications, professional licenses, facility clearances, SAM.gov registration status, or industry-specific accreditations.

Our relevant NAICS codes are: [NAICS_CODES]. Include between three and five codes that best represent the work we actively pursue. Do not list every code we could theoretically qualify for.

Additional contract vehicles, GSA schedules, or BPA agreements we hold include: [CONTRACT_VEHICLES?].

Our bonding capacity or financial information relevant to contracting is: [BONDING_CAPACITY?].

The primary point of contact for contracting inquiries is [CONTACT_NAME] with the title [CONTACT_TITLE]. Their email is [CONTACT_EMAIL] and phone number is [CONTACT_PHONE]. Our company website is [COMPANY_WEBSITE]. Our UEI (Unique Entity Identifier) is [UEI_NUMBER]; DUNS is legacy and only referenced for historical purposes if needed. Our CAGE code is [CAGE_CODE].

The intended audience for this capability statement is [TARGET_AUDIENCE:select:Federal Government Agencies,State and Local Government,Prime Contractors Seeking Subcontractors,Corporate Procurement Teams,General Purpose - Multiple Audiences] and the primary purpose is [PURPOSE:select:Responding to Sources Sought Notice,Networking at Industry Day,Pursuing Subcontracting Opportunities,General Business Development,Capability Briefing for Specific Agency].

Generate a complete capability statement with the following structure and guidelines.

Start with a Company Overview section of two to three sentences that captures who we are, what we do, and the value we bring. This is not a history lesson. It is a positioning statement that tells the reader in ten seconds why they should keep reading. Lead with our strongest qualification or most relevant capability for the target audience.

Next create a Core Competencies section that presents our primary service areas in a clear, scannable format. Each competency should have a brief descriptor of one to two sentences explaining what we deliver and why it matters. Avoid vague language like "providing solutions" and instead use specific action language that describes measurable outcomes.

Then build a Past Performance section that presents our strongest examples in a structured format. For each project, include the client or agency name, contract scope and value, period of performance, and specific results achieved. Quantify outcomes with percentages, dollar amounts, or measurable improvements. If client names are confidential, use descriptive labels like "Major Federal Healthcare Agency" instead.

Follow with a Differentiators section that articulates what makes our company the better choice. Each differentiator should connect back to a benefit for the contracting entity. Explain why each differentiator matters to the reader and how it reduces their risk or improves their outcomes.

Include a Certifications and Codes section that presents all relevant credentials, registrations, NAICS codes, contract vehicles, and socioeconomic designations in an organized format. Group related items together. For NAICS codes, include both the code number and the description.

Finish with a Contact Information section that makes it easy for the reader to take the next step. Include all provided contact details, formatted cleanly with the company name, contact person, title, phone, email, website, UEI, and CAGE code.

Format the entire document to fit on one to two pages when printed. Use clear section headers, bullet points for scanability, and consistent formatting. The tone should be professional, confident, and direct. Every sentence should either demonstrate a capability or make it easier for the reader to take action.
