GOVERNOR PATERSON TIGHTENS STANDARDS FOR USE OF CONSULTANTS BY STATE AGENCIES
Source: Gov David Paterson news release (NY), June 6, 2008
Governor David A. Paterson today issued an Executive Order (.pdf) that creates a new set of stringent standards governing the use of consultant contracts by state agencies. Additionally, a new task force will be put in place to review and report on agencies use of consultants. These measures will help ensure consultants will only be utilized when they represent the most cost-effective or efficient option possible for taxpayers. According to the Division of the Budget, the state is projected to spend over $800 million on consultant services in 2008-09.
...... The Executive Order applies to most consultant contracts where personnel costs exceed $1 million per year.