Appendix C - Trade Secret Confidential Proprietary Information Notice Form.pdf

The document is a Trade Secret/Confidential Proprietary Information Notice form used by the Commonwealth (presumably of Pennsylvania) to protect sensitive information submitted during procurement processes. The form provides instructions for third parties submitting materials to the Commonwealth, outlining the process for designating information as confidential or exempt from public disclosure. It requires submitting parties to detail the materials being submitted, explain why they are being submitted, and specify which portions of the materials should be considered trade secrets or confidential proprietary information.

The form emphasizes that the Commonwealth will not assert confidentiality on behalf of third parties unless specific documentation is provided. It requires submitting parties to explain why certain information should be protected, such as potential risks to safety, security, or infrastructure if disclosed. The document includes provisions for the submitting party to defend their confidentiality claims, indemnify the Commonwealth, and acknowledge that only specific portions of submitted materials may be deemed confidential, with the remainder potentially remaining public. The form also includes an acknowledgment section where the submitting party agrees to the terms and provides space for signature, title, and date.