Capability Statement Writing and Design
A capability statement is often the first thing a contracting officer or prime contractor reads about you. I write and position it so your strengths, codes, and credentials stand out in a quick scan, then deliver it as a clean one-page PDF.
Who this is for
This is for business owners who have no capability statement yet, or who have one that does not reflect their strengths or target buyers.
Writing and positioning
I decide what to lead with, write your core competencies and differentiators, and organize your codes, certifications, and past performance for the agencies you want to reach.
Design
I lay it out as a polished, readable one-page PDF that matches your branding where you have one.
What you receive
- Core competencies narrative
- Differentiator block
- NAICS and PSC code listing
- Certifications and set-asides
- Past performance summary
- Designed one-page PDF
How it works
- 1
Send your information
Share your company details and, if you have one, your current capability statement.
- 2
I position your business
I choose the strengths, codes, and proof that matter most to your target buyers.
- 3
You review a draft
I share a draft, you tell me what to adjust, and we refine it together.
- 4
You receive the final PDF
You get the finished one-page capability statement.
What I need from you
- A company overview and a description of your services
- The agencies or customers you want to reach
- Your NAICS and PSC codes, if you know them
- Your certifications and set-asides
- Past performance, including customers, scope, and outcomes
- Your logo, brand colors, and contact details
- Your current capability statement or a draft, if you have one
Timing
Timelines depend on how quickly I receive your information, how much positioning work is needed, and how many rounds of feedback we go through. I confirm a schedule once I have seen what you have.
If you have a meeting, event, or bid deadline coming up, tell me in your request. Time-sensitive requests are welcome, and I will confirm what I can support before you commit.
What clients say
I came across Isaac while searching for someone to help with a capability statement, and he immediately steered me in the right direction. After just a few minor revisions, the final product was exactly what I needed.
I highly recommend Isaac for his professionalism, responsiveness, and speed. He asks a few key questions upfront to understand what you’re looking for, then takes it from there and gets the job done.
Very positive experience working with Isaac, and am very happy with what has been delivered.
Request a Capability Statement
Tell me what you need and I will take it from there. Only your name, email, and a short description are required.
Your request was sent
I’ll review it and reply with next steps. Replies usually come within one hour.
Prefer email? Write to isaac@thepenscribe.com.
Common questions
What is a capability statement?
It is a short document that tells buyers who you are, what you do, which codes and certifications you hold, and what work you have done. Contracting officers and prime contractors use it to decide whether to talk to you.
Does it have to be one page?
One page is the standard because it is read quickly. I design yours as a one-page PDF.
Can you update the one I already have?
Yes. Send me your current version and I will review it and tell you what to change.
Do you do the design as well as the writing?
Yes. I handle the writing and positioning and deliver a designed one-page PDF.
What do you need from me?
A company overview, your target buyers, your codes and certifications, and your past performance. A logo and your current statement help if you have them.
Is there a charge to talk first?
If our first conversation is enough, there is no charge.