2-3. EXCEPTIONS FORM RFP.docx

This is an Exceptions Form for a Request for Proposals issued by the City of Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) in North Carolina for Blue Line Track Welding Services. The form requires proposers to acknowledge their agreement to provide all products and services requested in the RFP at the prices specified in the Pricing Sheet, in strict conformity with all terms, conditions, and specifications outlined in the RFP documentation, including any addenda or amendments. Proposers must identify any exceptions to the RFP requirements in the provided chart, noting the relevant RFP section number, section title, and a detailed description of the proposed exception or change. The form requires completion by an authorized company representative with signature, printed name, and title.

The form establishes that material changes to proposal terms constitute grounds for proposal rejection. Proposers must use this document to formally document any deviations from the standard RFP requirements, ensuring transparency regarding exceptions before proposal submission. The services sought relate to a turnkey maintenance program for the Blue Line track system, encompassing regular servicing, maintenance, inspection, and repair work to ensure structural integrity, durability, and safety in accordance with Maintenance of Way (MOW) rail maintenance and track safety standards. This structured exception process allows CATS to evaluate proposals consistently while identifying any significant departures from stated requirements early in the procurement process.