Exhibit E - Exceptions.docx

This is an Exceptions exhibit for a Request for Proposal (RFP HHS0017150) issued by the Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) agency for Human Resources Payroll, Time, Labor, and Leave Services. The exhibit provides a template for respondents to formally document any exceptions, deviations, or proposed alternative language to the terms, conditions, and provisions outlined in the solicitation document. Respondents are instructed to complete this exhibit only if they intend to propose exceptions to the solicitation requirements, and they must identify the specific solicitation section number, the exact language to which exception is taken, the basis for the exception, their proposed alternative language, and whether they wish to remain under consideration for contract award if their exception is denied.

The exhibit emphasizes that no exception or alternative language proposed by a respondent will be incorporated into any resulting contract unless expressly agreed to in writing by the System Agency. This document serves as the formal mechanism for managing scope and terms negotiations during the procurement process, allowing both the agency and respondents to clearly identify and address any disputes or proposed modifications to standard contract language prior to award.