Exhibit D Exceptions Form

This is an Exhibit D Exceptions Form for Project 24-101-AUL, a fire alarm system upgrade solicitation issued by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) for the Austin State Supported Living Center in Austin, Texas. The form provides respondents with the opportunity to document any exceptions or deviations from the Request for Proposal (RFP) terms and conditions. The form includes designated sections for respondents to identify the specific solicitation document and section number, detail the solicitation language to which an exception is taken, explain the basis for the exception, and propose modified or substitute language. Respondents must also indicate whether they wish to remain under consideration for contract award if their proposed exception is denied. Completion of this exhibit is optional and required only if a respondent intends to take exceptions to the RFP requirements.

The form emphasizes that no exception or alternative term, condition, or provision included in a solicitation response will be incorporated into any resulting contract unless expressly authorized in writing by the Owner. This exhibit serves as the formal mechanism for respondents to flag deviations from standard contract requirements while providing the Owner with clear documentation of proposed modifications and each respondent's willingness to proceed if exceptions are not accepted.