58:26-22. Contract for provision of water supply services
4. Notwithstanding the provisions of any other law, rule or regulation to the contrary, a public entity may enter into a contract with a private firm pursuant to P.L.1995, c.101 (C.58:26-19 et al.) for the provision of water supply services. The provisions of P.L.1995, c.101 (C.58:26-19 et al.) shall not be deemed or interpreted to permit, nor used to accomplish, the acquisition of water supply facilities by private firms from public entities. L.1995,c.101,s.4.