2__Wage_Determination_Lewistown_Fire_UPS_Room_AC_replacement.pdf

This is a General Decision wage determination (No. MT20260031) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor for construction projects in Montana counties of Fergus, effective May 18, 2026. The document establishes prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for building construction work in the specified geographic area.

The wage determination lists prevailing hourly rates and fringe benefit percentages for various construction trade classifications, including heat and frost insulators ($43.81 base rate, 21.87% fringes), boilermakers ($38.75, 32.31%), bricklayers ($33.11, 17.18%), electricians ($38.51, 17.09%), power equipment operators with multiple crane tonnage categories ($21.51–$42.00 base rates, 16.20% fringes), ironworkers ($36.83, 25.30%), pipefitters ($44.35, 21.87%), sprinkler fitters ($39.97, 24.40%), sheet metal workers ($40.00, 22.07%), truck drivers ($18.88, 4.66%), roofers, plumbers, painters, carpenters, laborers, form workers, and other skilled trades. The determination includes two modifications (0 and 1) published on 01/02/2026 and 05/18/2026 respectively. The document also references Executive Order 13706 regarding paid sick leave for federal contractors and Executive Order 13658 establishing minimum wage requirements ($13.65 per hour through December 31, 2026). Union rate identifiers are explained, indicating whether rates reflect union prevailing rates, weighted union averages, survey-derived rates, or state-adopted rates. Wage determination appeals procedures are outlined for interested parties seeking review through the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division or Administrative Review Board.