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.
N.J.S. § 58:26-22