Common use of Confidential Records Clause in Contracts

Confidential Records. The term “confidential record” includes trade secrets, as defined in RCW 19.108.010, or other proprietary information submitted by the Design-Builder in connection with an alternative public works transaction authorized by RCW 39.10. Such confidential records shall not be subject to chapter 42.56 RCW if the Design-Builder specifically states in writing the reasons why protection is necessary, and identifies the data or materials to be protected. RCW 39.10.470(2). DES will respond to any public records request for identified confidential records by notifying the Design-Builder of the request and of the date that DES will disclose such confidential records unless the Design-Builder obtains a court order directing DES to withhold such confidential records pursuant to RCW 42.56.540.

Confidential Records. The term “confidential record” includes trade secrets, as defined in RCW 19.108.010, or other proprietary information submitted by the Design-Builder in connection with an alternative public works transaction authorized by RCW 39.10. Such confidential records shall not be subject to chapter RCW 42.56 RCW if the Design-Builder specifically states in writing the reasons why protection is necessary, and identifies the data or materials to be protected. RCW 39.10.470(2). DES will respond to any public records request for identified confidential records by notifying the Design-Builder of the request and of the date that DES will disclose such confidential records unless the Design-Builder obtains a court order directing DES to withhold such confidential records pursuant to RCW 42.56.540.