Attachment B - Non-Disclosure Agreement.docx

This is a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) attachment related to the City of Houston's Pharmacy Benefits Management Services procurement for its self-funded medical plans. The agreement establishes confidentiality obligations for all parties involved in the bidding and contracting process, requiring signatories to protect proprietary and sensitive information disclosed during proposal evaluation and contract negotiations. The NDA applies to the five-year initial contract term with two one-year renewal options, covering a maximum seven-year engagement period for PBM services administration.

The agreement mandates that all bidders, their representatives, and selected contractors maintain strict confidentiality regarding financial data, pricing structures, claims information, member details, and any other confidential materials shared by the City of Houston or competing bidders. Standard provisions include restrictions on unauthorized disclosure, permitted use limitations to contract performance purposes, and obligations extending beyond contract termination. The NDA establishes procedures for handling information marked as confidential and typically includes carve-outs for information already in the public domain, independently developed information, or information required to be disclosed by law.