Mistake #1: Not Getting Registered
Prompt: “How do I register in SAM.gov and get a CAGE code?”
Mistake #2: No Capability Statement
Prompt: “Can you help me create a capability statement based on my company details?”
Please create a polished one-page capability statement for our company, FlexTech.
We are a precision manufacturing and systems integration firm. Our specialties include precision machining, CNC manufacturing, systems integration, prototyping, and short-run production.
We are aligned with ISO 9001:2015 and ITAR registered.
Our past performance includes:
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Manufacturing hydraulic components for military vehicles under a prime contractor.
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Producing aerospace-grade brackets for a Tier-1 OEM.
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Assembling control modules for industrial energy clients with a <1% defect rate.
What sets us apart:
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Fast quoting (within 24 hours)
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Bilingual staff for seamless communication
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Agility on low-volume jobs
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Direct communication with project leads
Our facility is 10,000 sq ft with CNC machines (Haas, Okuma, Mori), CMMs, optical inspection tools, and full traceability.
Our NAICS codes include 332710 and 336412. Our FSC codes include 1040, 1331, 1560, and 2590.
Our CAGE Code is 1A2B3 and UEI is 123456789.
Please format this with bold section headers like Company Overview, Core Competencies, Past Performance, Differentiators, Certifications, and Facility & Equipment, and make it look professional and ready to share.
Mistake #3: Not Having an Updated Website
Prompt: “What should I include on my website to look credible to federal buyers?”
Mistake #4: Not Reaching Out to the Customer
Prompt: “Can you help me write a quick email to follow up with the contracting officer based on the attached solicitation? Let them know we submit a quote and want to support the requirement.”
Mistake #5: Not Following Up
Prompt: “Help me create a follow-up plan after I submit a quote on DIBBS.”
Mistake #6: Missing Key Certifications
Prompt: “For my company, FlexTech, which small business certifications or set-asides should I pursue?”
Mistake #7: Quoting Without the Right FSC Codes
Prompt: “Can you help me identify all the FSC codes that apply to my product?”
Mistake #8: Bidding Too High
Prompt: “Based on past award prices, what should I bid to stay competitive?”
Mistake #9: Not Bidding Often
Prompt: “Help me respond to this quote.”
Mistake #10: Thinking You’re Too Small to Matter
Prompt: “Which small business certifications or set-asides should I pursue?”
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