Summary

This is a General Decision wage determination (CA20260018) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor effective May 18, 2026, establishing prevailing wage rates for construction work in California. The determination covers Building, Heavy and Highway construction projects across 16 California counties: Alameda, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Fresno, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne.

The wage determination provides extensive classification schedules with hourly rates and fringe benefit amounts for numerous construction occupations and specialties, organized by modification numbers and publication dates ranging from 2016 to 2026. Classifications include asbestos removal workers, boilermakers, carpenters (with regional variations), electricians, dredging operators, elevator mechanics, engineers, ironworkers, laborers (including multiple specialized groups), painters, plumbers, roofers, sheet metal workers, and truck drivers, among many others. Rates vary by county and work type, with some classifications identified by union identifiers (indicating union prevailing rates), survey rates, or state-adopted rates. The determination also contains a comprehensive wage determination appeals process, instructions for interested parties to request review and reconsideration of decisions, and general guidance on union rate identifiers and state adopted rate classifications. Executive Order provisions regarding paid sick leave for federal contractors are referenced.