egoti- ation. Coordination and Collaboration During the course of executing any and all actions surrounding any RFQ invoking this specification, success will depend on the coordin- ated actions of more than one third party. The buyer is, and at all times will be, solely responsible for coordinating, scheduling, releas- ing, accepting, and/or approving actions as outlined in any contract resulting from any response to an RFQ where this specification is invoked. The process includes such major items as a notice to proceed with design work, site setup, site clearance, work acceptance, and SO on. The buyer encourages communication and open exchange at all times with minimal necessary formality. Any concerns about the 7 SPECIFYING EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES disclosure of proprietary or confidential information will be resolved with appropriate Non-Disclosure Agreement(s) between the parties. Design References and Process This document is a generic specification, and as such, it is applicable to each RFQ as referenced. Design work begins with the RFQ and carries through and survives into any resulting procurement action or contract. The objective is to do enough design work to allow pricing to be firm and fixed for the period stated in the RFQ. If any item cannot be SO priced, then it is to be set aside and identified as subject to change upon completion of final design details, specified date of release, or other specific, detailed explanation of the condi- tion. Mandatory Design Requirements and Work Flow Processes Unless specifically agreed to in writing as an exception, this specifi- cation requires certain processes be carried out and adhered to during all phases of the work. The service provider will employ or subcontract a registered profes- sional engineer licensed to practice in the state or jurisdiction where any and all work is carried out. The Passive Transmission System is a "gas tight" system. Preserving the condition of the surface inside the transmission line, antenna, and other parts of the system is criti