Notwithstanding Section 15816, the public buildings financed by the board pursuant to this chapter shall be and remain under the jurisdiction and control of, and shall be operated and maintained by, the Department of Corrections. Construction of any prison facilities utilizing the financing methods authorized in this chapter shall be done on behalf of the board by the Department of Corrections. The Department of Corrections may contract with a construction manager and others for construction and other services related to the construction of prison facilities financed pursuant to this chapter.
Ca. Gov. Code § 15819.6