Attachment I - Davis Bacon General Decision Number SC20260004.pdf

This is a General Decision (Wage Determination) document issued by the U.S. Department of Labor for South Carolina, covering heavy construction and dredging work across 46 counties. The determination, numbered SC20260004 with Modification 2 dated May 18, 2026, establishes prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits applicable to federal construction contracts in the specified geographic area.

The document details wage classifications and rates for dredging operations, divided into multiple classes based on vessel size and crew composition. For hydraulic dredges under 20 inches, classifications include Welder, Spill Barge Operator, Shoreman, Mess Cook, Mate, Leverman, Launchman, Engineer, and Deckhand, with hourly rates ranging from $7.53 to $10.03 and fringe benefits between 1.73%. For hydraulic dredges over 20 inches, Class A1 (Deck Captain, Leverman, Mechanical Dredge Operator) rates $48.48 with 15.34% fringes; Class D (multiple skilled positions) rates $30.86 with 14.15% fringes; Class C2 (Boat Operator) rates $37.15 with 14.57% fringes; Class C1 rates $38.38 with 14.66% fringes; and Class B2 (Certified Welder) rates $39.46 with 14.73% fringes. All rates include an additional 20% premium for hazardous material work and account for paid holidays, vacation contributions, and incentive pay. The determination applies to contracts awarded on or after the modification date and includes notes regarding Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements for federal contractors.