This bill amends existing legislation concerning educational research and service corporations in New Jersey, broadening the types of contracts these corporations can enter into on behalf of their members. Specifically, it allows these corporations to act as lead agencies or contracting units for the procurement of a wider range of goods and services, including educational technology systems and related services. Additionally, the bill permits educational research and service corporations to enter into agreements with voting member institutions of higher education for services, consulting, staffing, or goods related to educational technology systems, categorizing these agreements as shared services agreements exempt from public bidding requirements under state law.

The bill also clarifies that educational research and service corporations will still be subject to applicable state and local procurement laws, except where exemptions are specified. This legislative change aims to enhance collaboration among educational institutions and streamline the procurement process for essential educational services and technologies, ultimately supporting the educational mission of these institutions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 18A:3B-6.1