Capability statement template for general contractors and construction firms.
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Create an editable capability statement for General Contractors—Nonresidential Building with the WinBidIQ generator. Your NAICS code will be prefilled so you can review and download the generated draft.
Create Your Capability StatementTemplate Sections
Company Overview
Construction company background, years in business, project types, certifications
📏 150-200 words
Construction Expertise
Building types (federal buildings, hospitals, military), project size range
📏 6-8 types
Federal Construction Experience
Government and military projects, contract values, schedule performance
📏 5-7 examples
Safety & Compliance
Safety record, OSHA compliance, bonding capacity, insurance coverage
📏 150-200 words
Project Management
PM methodology, scheduling, cost control, subcontractor management
📏 100-150 words
Certifications & Credentials
Contractor licenses, bonding, certifications, team credentials
📏 8-10 items
Key Elements to Include
Federal construction experience
Bonding capacity (bid, performance, payment bonds)
Safety record and OSHA compliance
Project management expertise
Subcontractor management and coordination
Cost control and schedule performance
Competitive Differentiators
Highlight these strengths to stand out from competitors:
Large federal facility construction experience
Complex project delivery (fast-track, design-build)
Sustainability and green building expertise
Award-winning safety record
On-time, on-budget delivery track record
Top Procuring Agencies
DoD
VA
GSA
Interior
Army Corps
Common Contract Types
Federal office building construction
Military facility construction
Hospital and medical facility building
Research facility construction
Infrastructure and site development
How to Use This Template
- 1. Start the generator: Use the button above to open the editable draft generator with NAICS 238150 preselected.
- 2. Replace Company Info: Update company overview, years in business, team size, certifications, and past performance.
- 3. Add Your Examples: Replace sample project descriptions with 3-5 of your actual past performance examples (contract value, outcome, complexity).
- 4. Customize for Agency: When bidding, tailor the differentiators and examples to match what each agency values most.
- 5. One Page Rule: Keep it to one page—this is a snapshot, not a detailed proposal. Use clear formatting and concise language.
- 6. Include in Bid: Submit capability statement with every federal bid. Also use for marketing and cold outreach to contracting officers.
💡 Pro Tip
Create 2-3 versions of your capability statement tailored to different federal agencies or contracting areas. A capability statement for DoD cybersecurity contracts should emphasize different strengths than a GSA facilities management bid.
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