How long does a Computer RVD take?
Since RVDs are run off an already competed set of Standing Offers, the response period for Offerors is very short (often no more than 5 days). From the time a funded Requisition form (9200) is allocated to PWGSC it can take as little as 2-3 weeks to award a Contract. The response period and the document preparation times depend on the complexity of the systems being requested. Clients should also factor in time they require to conduct applications testing prior to contract award, and time needed for the supplier to install an image (if required). In view of the large number of requirements from January to March and potential supply chain shortages, clients should submit their requisitions to PWGSC by the end of January, as well as provide advance copies of the requirements to PWGSC for review. Many clients are now submitting their RVD requirements earlier, taking advantage of the six month option period for exercising additional quantities needed later in the year. For a detailed expla
