Statement of Work Help – Define Scope, Tasks, and Deliverables

If you’re working with federal contracts, writing a solid statement of work is one of the most important steps in setting clear expectations. A strong SOW reduces disputes, keeps the project on track, and ensures all parties understand what needs to be done. But creating one that meets federal standards takes more than just filling in a template.

What a Statement of Work Should Include

• Background: A summary of the project’s purpose and scope.
• Tasks: Specific actions or work to be performed.
• Deliverables: Tangible outputs tied to contract requirements.
• Schedule: Timelines for each task or milestone.
• Performance standards: How success will be measured.
• CDRLs: Required data items submitted for review or approval. Learn more at AcqNotes.

Types of Work Statements

• Performance Work Statement (PWS): Focuses on the desired outcome rather than how the work is performed.
• Statement of Objectives (SOO): High-level objectives used when the government wants industry input on how to achieve them.
• Traditional SOW: Specifies detailed procedures and exact requirements.

Common Pitfalls in SOW Writing

• Too vague or open to interpretation.
• Failure to link tasks to measurable outcomes.
• Inconsistent language between sections.
• Missing compliance or reporting requirements.

How Skyway Acquisition Can Help

Our team of former Contracting Officers knows what goes into a compliant, complete, and clear SOW. We’ve written and evaluated hundreds of them from the government side. Now we help you:

• Write to the evaluator’s expectations
• Match deliverables to CDRLs and performance metrics
• Ensure FAR and agency-specific compliance

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