Exhibit E - Exceptions Form.docx

This is an Exceptions Form (Exhibit E) for RFP No. HHS0017240 issued by a Texas state agency for a Pharmacy Drug Benefits contract opportunity. The form provides respondents with a structured template to document any exceptions, deviations, or proposed modifications to the solicitation terms and conditions. The document includes columns for respondents to identify the specific solicitation section, quote the language being excepted to, provide the basis for the exception, propose alternative language, and indicate whether they wish to remain under consideration for contract award if their exception is denied. Completion of this exhibit is optional and only required if a respondent intends to take exceptions to the solicitation requirements.

The form explicitly states that no exception or alternative language will be incorporated into any resulting contract unless it is expressly accepted and included in writing by the System Agency. This provision establishes that respondents must formally document all deviations from the solicitation requirements through this designated form, and any terms or conditions not incorporated through this formal process will not be binding. The form serves as a critical mechanism for managing proposal variances and establishing clear communication between respondents and the procuring agency regarding any requested modifications to standard solicitation language.