The Legislature finds that the unique aspects of information technology, as defined in Section 11702 of the Government Code, and its importance to state programs warrant a separate acquisition authority. The Legislature further finds that this separate authority should enable the timely acquisition of information technology goods and services in order to meet the state’s needs in the most value-effective manner.
All contracts for the acquisition of information technology goods or services, whether by lease or purchase, shall be made by or under the supervision of the Department of General Services.