NJ S3443

State Contract Managers must monitor that certified business subcontractors on State contracts are performing work within their identified area of expertise throughout the contract duration

If a prime contractor discontinues using a previously identified certified business subcontractor, the State Contract Manager must require a formal written explanation from the prime contractor

State Contract Managers must submit quarterly reports to the Chief Diversity Officer documenting instances where certified business subcontractors were contracted to perform work outside their area of expertise, including the prime contractor's name and description of the discrepancy

Certified businesses include small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, disabled veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, economically disadvantaged, and socially disadvantaged businesses certified by the Division of Revenue Business Certification program

Takes effect 120 days after enactment