Provides awarding of contracts for professional services by State, county, municipal, and school district through competitive contracting process.

New Jersey's A869 would require state, county, municipal, and school district entities to use a competitive contracting process for professional services contracts (excluding architectural, engineering, and land surveying services) instead of allowing negotiated contracts without public advertising. The bill would require professional firms to file current statements of qualifications with a $100 fee, and entities would need to publicly advertise these contracts with clear evaluation criteria. Contracts would be awarded based on demonstrated competence and qualifications, with entities required to select at least three qualified firms and negotiate with them for fair compensation. The bill also includes exceptions allowing legal services contracts to continue without competitive bidding when the current provider's expertise is essential for ongoing matters.