Section 76. The secretary of the executive office may designate another governmental unit or units to perform any or all functions set forth in sections 13C to 13K, inclusive, and sections 64 to 75, inclusive. Such designee specifically may include the center for health information and analysis established under chapter 12C of the General Laws. The secretary may effectuate such designation through a memorandum of understanding, nonfinancial interdepartmental service agreement or similar instrument, and such designee shall be a party to any such instrument and perform the activities described therein.