DOL_Wage_Determination.pdf

This document is a Department of Labor Wage Determination for building construction projects in Garland County, Arkansas, effective January 3, 2025. The wage determination establishes prevailing hourly rates and fringe benefits for multiple trade classifications, including boilermakers ($30.49), electricians ($28.94), plumbers ($33.08), sheet metal workers ($24.44), and various laborers and operators. The document specifies wage requirements under Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, which mandate minimum wage rates for federal contractors, and includes provisions for paid sick leave and worker protections.

The wage rates cover building construction projects (excluding single-family homes) and apply to contracts entered into or renewed on or after specific dates, with different minimum wage requirements based on the contract's award timeline. The document provides detailed guidance on wage rate identifiers, union rates, survey rates, and a comprehensive appeals process for wage determination. Contractors must comply with these wage rates when performing work on federal contracts, with rates subject to annual updates and adjustments based on collective bargaining agreements and survey data.