Which sections should be included?

Lead with the work relevant to the buyer, then show delivery method, quality or safety controls, technical coverage, authorised evidence and next step.

Capability statement structure
SectionQuestionSource
OpportunityWho is reading?Tender or brief
ServiceWhat work is relevant?Approved service list
DeliveryHow is it controlled?Methodology
EvidenceWhat can be verified?Approved records
Next stepWhat happens next?Contact owner

How should project examples be handled?

Use only examples authorised for publication and remove confidential identifiers. A synthetic example must be labelled and must not imply a client result.

  • Opportunity fit
  • Approved claims
  • Authorised examples
  • Current contact
  • Reviewer

What should be removed before issue?

Remove generic claims, unsupported numbers, irrelevant services and credentials that have not been verified for the current response.

Common questions

What else should the bid team know?

What should a subcontractor capability statement include?

It should contain opportunity fit, relevant service, delivery controls, approved evidence and contact path.

Who reviews a subcontractor capability statement?

The company owner approves facts and the bid writer prepares the document for review.

Can a response template replace the issued tender?

No. The issued request and addenda control the final submission.

Primary sources

  1. Commonwealth Procurement RulesAustralian Government Department of Finance
  2. The Construction PlaybookUK Cabinet Office
  3. Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 15Acquisition.gov