DOL Wage Determinations AR20260035 dated 01-02-2026.pdf

This is a General Decision wage determination document issued by the Department of Labor for prevailing wage requirements on federal construction contracts in Washington County, Arkansas. The determination establishes mandatory wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades and labor classifications on building construction projects (excluding single-family homes and apartments up to four stories).

The wage determination lists prevailing wage rates effective January 2, 2026, superseding a prior determination from 2025. Wage rates vary by trade classification, ranging from $12.04 per hour for Mason Tender-Brick labor to $34.41 per hour for Pipefitters, with fringe benefit rates ranging from $0.00 to $23.92 per hour depending on the classification. Key trades included are Boilermaker ($34.21 + $23.92 fringes), Carpenter ($31.93 + $11.83 fringes), Painter Spray ($16.25 + $10.42 fringes), and various operator, laborer, and skilled trades classifications. The determination also notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 regarding paid sick leave requirements and Executive Order 13658 establishing a minimum wage of $13.30 per hour for covered workers in 2025. The document provides guidance on wage determination appeals processes and contact information for the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division for questions regarding survey-related matters, conformance decisions, or appeals.