The Standard Form 330 (SF330) is a cornerstone document for firms competing on federal architecture, engineering, and related professional services contracts in the U.S. This guide explains how to master the SF330—from structure to strategy—so your team can stand out, stay compliant, and save time. Plus, how modern tools like Flowcase can dramatically improve how you manage resumes and project experience for this crucial proposal format.
What is the SF330 and Why It Matters
The SF330 is a standardized form used by the U.S. government to evaluate firms competing for federal A/E (Architecture and Engineering) contracts. It’s the federal way of asking: “Who’s on your team, and what have they done?”
Whether you’re bidding for contracts through the Army Corps of Engineers, GSA, or state DOTs, the SF330 serves as your professional firm’s resume and it’s how you showcase your people and your past work.
But here’s the catch: it’s incredibly time-consuming to get right. Many firms still handle it manually, piecing together Word docs, outdated resumes, and disconnected case studies from SharePoint and email threads. That’s a problem.
The Two Key Parts of SF330
The form is split into two main sections:
Part I – Contract-Specific Qualifications
This section is where most of the action happens. It’s your chance to tailor your team and project experience to the opportunity. It includes:
- Section A: Contract Information
- Section B: Your firm's key details
- Section C: Proposed team members
- Section D: Organizational chart
- Section E: Resumes of key personnel
- Section F: Example projects (up to 10)
- Section G: Matrix linking staff to projects
- Section H: Additional information—often where you differentiate
Part II – General Qualifications
Think of this as your firm’s master file. It’s broader and not tailored to any one RFP. Most firms keep this updated annually.
Why Firms Struggle with SF330 Submissions
- Manual Processes: Most firms are still chasing resumes and case studies from project managers via email or digging through SharePoint.
- Version Confusion: Different people, different formats, outdated files—leading to inconsistency and compliance risks.
- Formatting Pain: The SF330 requires a strict structure and format, and aligning everyone’s resumes and projects to that is tedious.
- Last-Minute Rushes: With tight deadlines, bid teams often scramble to collect, tailor, and proof materials—leading to stress and lower quality.
- Repetitive Work: Proposals often reuse the same people and projects. Without smart systems, teams recreate the wheel every time.
What Great SF330 Submissions Have in Common
Tailored Resumes (Section E)
Winning submissions align every resume with the opportunity at hand. This means:
- Highlighting relevant past roles and certifications
- Emphasizing experience with similar project types
- Maintaining a consistent, clean format
Strategic Project Selection (Section F)
Rather than listing your 10 biggest projects, top firms choose projects that:
- Match the scope and complexity of the RFP
- Showcase team members included in Section E
- Reflect recent, relevant experience
Cohesive Storytelling
Section H is often overlooked, but it's where your firm can:
- Reinforce your differentiators
- Address evaluation criteria (e.g. quality control, scheduling)
- Demonstrate team cohesion and collaboration
How to Streamline SF330 Creation (Without Sacrificing Quality)
Here’s what modern, successful teams do differently:
1. Centralize Resume and Project Data
Build one structured system where all staff bios and past work are stored, searchable, and always up-to-date. This eliminates time spent tracking down documents and ensures consistency.
2. Use an SF 330 Templates
Create a master SF330 template that includes all compliance requirements and formatting rules. Then tailor each submission with only the content that matters.
3. Make Information Instantly Reusable
If you’ve used a resume or case study before, you shouldn’t have to re-create it from scratch. The right tools make reuse simple, and more importantly, smart—by automatically matching bios and projects to the RFP’s requirements.
4. Automate Version Control
Keep a single source of truth so you know you’re using the right resume version for each opportunity. Eliminate back-and-forth edits over email or Excel.
See how Flowcase streamlines SF330 creation:
A Better Way to Manage Resumes and Project Experience
Let’s be honest: the SF330 is only as strong as your data. If your resumes are outdated or your case studies aren’t relevant, your submission suffers—no matter how sharp your formatting.
That’s where Flowcase comes in.
Flowcase is the Proposal Enablement Platform designed to help A/E/C and professional services firms:
- Keep resumes, bios, and projects structured and up-to-date
- Instantly tailor experience to each SF330 submission
- Eliminate the formatting chaos with templates and automation
- Ensure brand and compliance consistency every time
Why Flowcase Works for the SF330
Here’s how Flowcase aligns perfectly with the needs of SF330 submitters:
Common Mistakes Firms Make—and How to Avoid Them
Bonus: What to Include in Section H (If You Want to Win)
Section H can be the difference between making the shortlist or not. Use it wisely to:
- Demonstrate your QA/QC process
- Highlight team collaboration and communication
- Address any “special considerations” the agency mentions
- Reinforce your differentiators (e.g. minority-owned, LEED experience, DBE certification)
Final Thoughts: The SF330 is Hard. But It Doesn’t Have to Be.
Winning government contracts isn’t just about qualifications—it’s about showing them clearly, quickly, and convincingly. That’s what the SF330 is for. And that’s why getting your resume and experience management right is so critical.
With Flowcase, bid teams stop wasting time on the admin work and start focusing on strategy—putting their best people and most relevant experience forward every single time.
Want to make SF330 submissions faster, smarter, and easier?
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