R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-96-6
The commission shall render to organizations those technical services and assistance that it may possess or as may be available to it to enable the organizations to comply with the intent and provisions of this chapter. The commission is authorized to take all steps necessary to encourage the formation, organization, and growth of new organizations. The commission may also contract with municipal and other public agencies and with private persons, firms, and corporations for the provision of technical services and assistance which may include: preparation and submission of proposals for entering into contracts with the director by qualifying organizations; preparation and submission of reports required under the contracts or regulations issued by the director by qualifying organizations; internal organization and management of the organization; recruitment and training of personnel of the organizations; preparation of plans and projects, negotiation of agreements, and compliance with requirements of programs in which organizations may become engaged in the course of their organization activities; and other technical advice or assistance relating to the performance or rendition of organization activities.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-96-6