A procurement SOW describes the products, services, or results to be supplied by the seller. Information included in a SOW can include specifications, quantity desired, quality levels, performance data, period of performance, work location, and other requirements.

Elements of an SOW can include: Purpose of the project. Scope of work being performed. Location of the project, project length, and any work requirements. Expected deadlines and deliverables. Acceptance criteria. Any hardware and software required. Performance-based standards to be met.

Here's an overview of the steps you'll need to follow to write your statement of work: Create a brief introduction for your project. Define the purpose of your project. Define your project scope. Create a work breakdown structure to identify your project tasks, milestones and deliverables.

Scope of work Here is where you outline the work the vendor will undertake to achieve the project objectives. This section includes who will work on the project, what they will do, and the processes they will use. Details include tools and resources you will use and how you will report results and updates.

Types of SOWs There are several different types of SOW documents available, each with its own advantages. The three main types of statement of work agreements are design, level of effort, and performance-based SOWs.

A quote provides your client with an exact price for the job or project. Quotes are exact, and in some cases, more legally binding than an estimate. A Statement of Work seeks to define liabilities, responsibilities and work agreements between two parties.

Statement of Work (SOW)