This bill amends the definition of "contracting unit" within the context of cooperative purchasing agreements for government entities in New Jersey. The current law allows certain government contracting units to utilize nationally-recognized cooperative purchasing agreements developed through competitive bidding processes. However, the existing definition excludes State boards, commissions, committees, authorities, or agencies from participating in these agreements.

The proposed changes revise the definition of "contracting unit" to include "State authority or agency," thereby allowing these entities to participate in cooperative purchasing agreements. This inclusion aims to enhance the ability of State authorities and agencies to engage in cost-effective procurement through cooperative purchasing, while still maintaining the exclusion of State boards, commissions, and committees from such agreements. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 52:34-6.2