Advisory opinion request concerning whether Alpha-Tech Computers, the information technology contractor for the Jackson Parish School Board, may sell computers to the Jackson Parish School Board. |
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The Jackson Parish School Board contracts with Alpha-Tech Computers to provide maintenance, repair, and upkeep of the technology program for the school board. The contract is for a period of two years at $65,000 for one year. Alpha-Tech Computers does not make decisions for the school board and does not have the power to purchase or make repairs in the name of the school board. Alpha-Tech Computers is not involved in planning for the technology needs of the school and does not provide the school board specs or advice on purchasing equipment.
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Section 1113A(1)(a) of the Code prohibits public servants, their immediate family members, or legal entities in which they have a controlling interest, from entering into any contract, subcontract, or other transaction that is under the supervision or jurisdiction of the agency of such public servant.
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Adopt proposed advisory opinion.
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Assigned Attorney: |
Jennifer Land |
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