Frequently Asked Questions

The Ramp-on provision gives the PCO the discretion to open to GWAC to new contractors by means of an open season at any time during the effective period of the GWAC but no earlier than three years from date of award.  This provision gives the PCO latitude in ensuring that the contract maintains a sufficient pool of small business contractors throughout the life of the GWAC.

How does Ramp-on work:

If the PCO determines that it would be in the best interest of the government to ramp additional contractors on to the GWAC, the PCO will announce this open season by publishing a notice in Federal Business Opportunities. Under the open season, the PCO will issue a solicitation subject to applicable federal procurement laws and guidance at the time the open season is announced.  Any offeror meeting the eligibility requirements identified in the new ramp on solicitation may submit a proposal in response to the solicitation, which will be evaluated against the criteria set forth in the solicitation.