DBA VA20240161.pdf

This document is a General Decision wage determination for building construction projects in Portsmouth County, Virginia, effective 02/28/2025. The document provides detailed hourly wage rates and fringe benefits for multiple construction trade classifications, including asbestos workers, boilermakers, bricklayers, electricians, elevator mechanics, ironworkers, pipefitters, plumbers, and various laborers and equipment operators.

The wage determination includes specific requirements under Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, which mandate minimum wage rates for federal contractors. For contracts entered on or after January 30, 2022, contractors must pay covered workers at least $17.75 per hour, with variations based on specific trade classifications. The document also outlines paid holiday provisions, vacation benefits, and provides a comprehensive appeals process for wage determination matters. The rates are derived from union negotiations, surveys, and state-adopted rates, with provisions for annual updates to reflect current collective bargaining agreements.