Attach8.1240LU26Q0010WDMissoula.pdf

This is a General Decision wage determination document (MT20260067, dated 01/02/2026) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor for heavy construction projects in Missoula County, Montana. The determination supersedes MT20250067 and establishes prevailing wage rates applicable to federal construction contracts in the region.

The document lists hourly wage rates and fringe benefits for multiple construction classifications including boilermakers ($38.75/hour), carpenters ($36.49/hour), electricians ($40.71/hour), ironworkers ($32.08/hour), plumbers ($39.38/hour), truck drivers ($32.88/hour in Zone A), and various power equipment operators ranging from $23.47 to $42.23 per hour. Zone definitions are provided for wage calculation purposes, with rates adjusted based on distance from specified town centers (Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Helena, Kalispell, Lewiston, Miles City, and Missoula). Zone 1 covers 0-30 miles at base rate, Zone 2 covers 31-60 miles with a $3.00-$4.00 adder, and Zone 3 covers over 60 miles with a $5.50-$6.00 adder. The determination includes wage identifiers denoting union rates, weighted union averages, survey rates, and state-adopted rates, with detailed explanations of rate classification methodologies. The document also references Executive Order 13706 regarding paid sick leave requirements for federal contractors and Executive Order 13658 establishing minimum wage thresholds for covered workers.