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

S 2603 requires State agencies, counties, municipalities, and school districts to use a competitive contracting process for professional services, including architectural, engineering, and land surveying services, instead of direct negotiations. It mandates that professional firms submit a current statement of qualifications with a $100 fee to be considered, and requires public advertising of these contracts before soliciting proposals. Agencies must evaluate firms based on demonstrated competence and qualifications, then negotiate with the top three firms to select the most qualified provider at fair and reasonable compensation. The bill also allows for continuation of legal services contracts without competitive bidding when the provider's expertise is essential for ongoing matters like pending litigation.