2021 Tennessee Code
Part 10 - Costs in Private Nonprofit Facilities
§ 33-2-1001. Nonprofit Service Providers — Purchasing Arrangements

Any corporation that is exempted from taxation under 26 U.S.C. § 501(c)(3), and that contracts with the department to provide services or supports to the public shall be authorized to purchase or contract to purchase goods or services at the same terms and conditions as that contracted for by the state under state purchasing contracts. Purchases by and for the corporation shall not be required to be made through the purchasing division of the department of general services.