2023-01-25_FIN_2023 Davis Bacon Wages.pdf

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor General Decision (FL20230052) for Davis-Bacon wage rates applicable to residential construction projects in Alachua County, Florida, specifically covering single family homes and apartments up to 4 stories. The decision, dated January 6, 2023, supersedes the previous general decision and provides detailed wage rates for various construction labor classifications, including power equipment operators, sheet metal workers, carpenters, electricians, laborers, and other trades. The wage determination applies to contracts entered into on or after January 30, 2022, and establishes minimum hourly rates for workers based on different criteria and executive orders.

The document outlines precise wage rates for numerous construction job classifications, with most rates ranging from approximately $9.00 to $31.61 per hour, depending on the specific role and equipment used. The wage rates are derived from union negotiated rates, survey rates, and weighted average calculations. The document also includes important provisions related to Executive Order 14026 and 13658, which mandate minimum wage requirements for federal contractors. Additionally, the document provides a detailed appeals process for wage determinations and specifies that wage rates are subject to annual updates to reflect changes in collective bargaining agreements and local market conditions.