Capability Statement Builder

The capability statement is the primary marketing document in federal contracting. Contracting officers scan it for 20 seconds to decide whether to include you in market research, so structure matters more than design.

What it does
Build the one-page document contracting officers actually read.
What you need
Core competencies, past performance, certifications, NAICS codes, contact info
What you get
A formatted one-page capability statement
Cost
Free

Key takeaways

  • Built for federal bidders, not generic business planning.
  • Use the output as a starting point, then validate against the actual solicitation.
  • Save results into your Company Brain so future drafts reuse them automatically.
  • Works alongside RFP Scribe's $2 single-draft option for a full first response.

How it works

Provide your core competencies, differentiators, two or three past performance references with contract numbers and values, certifications, NAICS codes, CAGE code and UEI, and contact details. The builder assembles a one-page layout in the format federal buyers expect.

Why it matters

Firms that show up to small business outreach with a vague brochure get filed and forgotten. A statement with contract numbers, dollar values, and matching NAICS codes gives the contracting officer everything needed to justify including you.

Tips for better results

Tailor the version you send to each agency: lead with the past performance closest to their scope. Keep it to a single page, never bury your UEI and CAGE code, and update it after every contract completion.

FAQ

How long should it be?

One page. Two-page versions are read less often.

What must be included?

Core competencies, differentiators, past performance, certifications, NAICS codes, UEI, CAGE code, and contact.

Should I make agency-specific versions?

Yes. Reordering past performance to match the audience meaningfully improves response.

Draft a compliant response for $2

RFP Scribe builds your compliance matrix and first draft from the solicitation and your Company Brain.

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