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AquaSecure Utilities signs a contract with MetroStaff Solutions, Inc. to supply 60 plant technicians for a 9‑month upgrade of the utility’s water treatment facility. MetroStaff hires and pays its own workers, furnishes uniforms and PPE, and uses its own on‑site supervisor. AquaSecure’s Project Manager defines project milestones, reviews progress reports, and may request design modifications, but does not issue daily work orders or direct the technicians’ day‑to‑day tasks. MetroStaff invoices monthly and handles payroll taxes for its workers. The contract includes a one‑time option to extend for 6 more months subject to funding. Are these arrangements permissible contracting or do they fall under labor‑only contracting and thus Not Covered? Briefly explain the governing doctrine, distinguish the essential criteria, and apply to the facts.