Section 315. Responsibilities of contracting agencies

1. Each contracting
  agency  shall  be  responsible  for monitoring state contracts under its
  jurisdiction,  and  recommending  matters  to  the   office   respecting
  non-compliance  with  the  provisions of this article so that the office
  may take such action as is appropriate to  insure  compliance  with  the
  provisions  of  this  article, the rules and regulations of the director
  issued hereunder and the contractual  provisions  required  pursuant  to
  this  article.  All contracting agencies shall comply with the rules and
  regulations of the office and are directed to cooperate with the  office
  and  to  furnish to the office such information and assistance as may be
  required in the performance of its functions under this article.
    2. Each contracting agency shall  provide  to  prospective  bidders  a
  current copy of the directory of certified businesses, and a copy of the
  regulations required pursuant to sections three hundred twelve and three
  hundred  thirteen  of  this  article  at  the time bids or proposals are
  solicited.
    3. Each contracting agency shall report to the director  with  respect
  to activities undertaken to promote employment of minority group members
  and women and promote and increase participation by certified businesses
  with  respect to state contracts and subcontracts. Such reports shall be
  submitted periodically as required by the director.
    * NB Expires December 31, 2018