Government Cooperation with the Private Sector.
Section 26
SEC. 26. Government Cooperation with the Private Sector. - Nothing in this Act shall prevent the national and local governments from entering into contracts, agreements, or partnerships with the private sector to provide various resources, assets, and services to comply or enhance compliance with the provisions of this Act. Any and all contracts or agreements with the private sector within the context of this Act shall be subject to the laws and rules on public accountability, transparency, and good governance. To ensure inclusivity, public telecommunications entities (PTEs) and non-PTE internet service providers (ISPs) shall be allowed to enter into contracts with government agencies at the national and local levels to build and operate networks to provide internet connections in support of E-Government Programs, especially in the underserved and unserved areas.