FL H0135

Allow compensation to be considered as a factor during the competitive selection process for architectural and engineering services, rather than only during negotiations.

Permit agencies to reopen negotiations with a previously selected firm after terminating negotiations with another selected firm.

Change the requirement to "may" instead of "shall" when proceeding to negotiate with the third most qualified firm if negotiations with the second firm fail.

Require agencies to conduct detailed cost analysis and consider scope and complexity when determining fair and reasonable compensation.

Effective July 1, 2011.