R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-56.2-3

The federal surplus property officer may acquire and procure equipment, supplies, materials, and other personal property pursuant to the provisions of § 42-56.2-1 for use by the state or by any of the municipalities of the state or for use by nonprofit educational or charitable institutions within the state which have been held exempt from taxation under 26 U.S.C. § 501(c)(3).