General Decision NY20260042 - Prevailing Wage Rates for New York Construction

This is a prevailing wage determination document establishing wage rates and fringe benefits applicable to federal construction contracts in Cortland County, New York. The determination covers building construction projects (excluding residential construction of single-family homes and apartments up to four stories) and highway construction projects, effective January 30, 2026, superseding previous General Decision NY20250042.

The document details prevailing wage rates organized by trade classification with corresponding hourly rates and fringe benefits. Key classifications include Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher ($38.63 base + $25.05 fringes), Carpenter ($39.52 + $27.16), Electrician ($50.50 + $35.03), Ironworker ($37.16 + $30.68), Laborer (Heavy & Highway, groups 1-5 ranging $35.56-$38.76 + $25.60 fringes), and numerous specialized trades including Elevator Mechanic, Power Equipment Operators (7 groups), Truck Drivers (2 groups), Roofer, Plumber, and Sheet Metal Worker. Electricians performing line construction, lighting, traffic signal, and fiber optic cable work are subject to higher rates with fringe percentages (7%-8% plus additional amounts). The document includes detailed Power Equipment Operators classifications (Groups 1-7), Laborer classifications for heavy and highway work (Groups 1-5), and Truck Driver classifications (Groups 1-2). Footnotes specify paid holidays applicable to various classifications and reference Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements. Wage determination appeals procedures direct inquiries to the Department of Labor's Branch of Wage Surveys or Branch of Construction Wage Determinations.