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  • Should you have your headshot included on your business card? Just like with a capability statement, it is really a personal preference. There has been an increase of headshot usage on print materials during the pandemic since people were not able to connect in person.

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  • For your capability statement, is it necessary to add a photo of the business owner? It is a personal preference. If you have a professional headshot B2G Victory suggests including it on your capability statement. It adds further recognition, especially when so many buyer meetings are taking place virtually.

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  • Who should be the point of contact on my capability statement? You can have multiple capability statements with the contact information of whoever will be charge of communications and outreach. For example, you could have two, one with the business owners’ contact and another with the Sales Directors information on it.

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  • Are there templates for capability statements? We have capability statement templates available for download.

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  • What programs are best to use to create your capability statements? Programs that you can use are InDesign, PowerPoint, Publisher. Some people do them in Word, but there are limitations. When you send you capability statement to any entity or upload it to the vendor profiles, it will need to be a PDF.

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  • Is it good practice to draft a sample reference letter that can be modified accordingly by the referee? We recommend getting permission from your reference and encouraging them to “write about or speak to” a few categories or specifics regarding your performance. Example categories include: budget/cost controls, project management, scheduling, creative solution to a challenge …

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  • Should you include patents on your capability statement or in proposals? Yes, if you have patents, we suggest you list them. This helps you stand out from the competition.

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  • Is there a minimum font size requirement/recommendation for capability statements? A good minimum is 10-point font, as anything smaller than that will be too difficult to read.

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  • Can you do a capability statement for a professional individual instead of a company? This would just be your professional resume. Think of a Capability Statement as a company resume.

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  • I’m brand new to government contracting. Are there companies that can help me get started? Yes, B2G Victory is ready and happy to help you get started and win contracts.

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  • Should my capability statement just be the front of the page? Or on the back too? Most capability statements are just one page, front only. In a few instances we have clients with enough relevant information to warrant using the back side as well, but most companies only use the front with makes it easier …

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  • What if you’re a start up with no established references? Can you use previous employers? Yes, you can use a past reference if you are a startup company. It is important to indicate that these references are personal owner references and not past performance references for the newly formed business. We recommend they at least …

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  • Where can I apply for a DUNS number? DUNS numbers are issued by Duns & Bradstreet. It is not necessary to pay for a D&B Number to do work with the government. You can request a DUNS Number on their website. Learn More

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  • How do I schedule with a meeting with Harris County Precinct 2 buyer? Harris County Precinct 2 offers regular Meet the Buyer sessions. Visit their website for more information. Learn More

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  • Are DUNS numbers only required for federal contracts? Do state contracts also require DUNS? Effective April 2022, the federal government has replaced its use of DUNS numbers with a new non-proprietary identifier key, UEI. Some government agencies may still request a DUNS number. Learn More

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