Solicitation Amendment 0001.pdf

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

The purpose of this amendment is to:

1. Incorporate Addendum #01.

2. Update the Wage Determination.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 21

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 24-May-2022

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X W91ZRS22B0001

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

15-Apr-2022

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer is extended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

24-May-2022

CODE

US PROPERTY AND FISCAL OFFICE FOR CT

360 BROAD STREET

HARTFORD CT 06105-3706

W91ZRS 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W91ZRS22B0001

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION 00010 - SOLICITATION CONTRACT FORM

The Issued By organization has changed from

USPFO CT P&C

360 BROAD STREET

HARTFORD CT 06105-3795

to

USPFO CT 103 MISSION SUPPORT CONTRACTING

161 RAINBOW ROAD

BRADLEY ANGB

EAST GRANBY CT 06026-9309

SECTION 00100 - BIDDING SCHEDULE/INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The following have been added by full text:

ADDENDUM #01

Addendum #01 This Addendum modifies, amends, and supplements designated parts of the Contract Documents, Specifications and Drawings for:

Generator Installation Army Aviation Support Facility - Windsor Locks, Connecticut This addendum is to be added and become part of the Contract Documents and modifies the original Project Manual/Specifications and Drawings. Acknowledge receipt of this addendum in the space provided on the Bid Form. Failure to do so may subject the bidder to disqualification.

It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to notify all Subcontractors and Suppliers for various portions of the work of any changes or modifications contained in this Addendum.

Drawing Items:

1. CD101, note 35 - change “Remove existing fuel lines and existing diesel generator fuel tank.” to “Disconnect and turn over to government the existing fuel lines and existing diesel generator fuel tank on site.”

2. CD101, note 36 - change: “Remove existing generator...” to “Disconnect and turn over to government…”

3. ED501, note 2 - change: “Disconnect 100KVA, 480V Diesel Generator, diesel tank, and pad, disposed of generator enclosure, fuel tank, and accessories…” to “Disconnect 100KVA, 480V Diesel Generator, diesel tank, and pad, turn over to government generator, fuel tank, and accessories…”

Specification Items:

1. Section 024119, paragraph 1.6.D – change:

D. Hazardous Materials: It is not expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in the Work.

1. Hazardous Materials will be encountered (Fuel, Tank), Contractor is responsible for disposal of material should be coordinated through CTARNG Environmental Office.

2. If other suspected hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb; immediately notify Architect and Owner. Hazardous materials will be removed by Owner under a separate contract.

to D. Hazardous Materials: It is expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in the Work.

1. Hazardous Materials will be encountered (Fuel). Contractor is responsible for disposal of fuel and disposal should be coordinated through CTARNG Environmental Office.

2. If other suspected hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb; immediately notify Architect and Owner. Hazardous materials will be removed by Owner under a separate contract.

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The following have been modified:

INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS

SECTION 00100 INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS

Description of the Project:

1.1 The project consists of the disposal and replacement of an existing generator and starter switch with a 277/480 volt, 3-phase, 4-wire, 750 kW diesel standby generator with base mounted fuel tank, 1200 amp automatic transfer switch, and associated site work, patching and repair of architectural elements. This will be at the Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF), Windsor Locks, Connecticut. Informal construction services selection are requested for this task.

1.2 This project shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment required to remove and dispose of an existing generator and in the installation of a new 750kW generator at the AASF located in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. The proposed work will consist of, but is not limited to the following:

Removal and disposal of the existing generator, fuel tank, ATS and Fuel.

Installation of the new Generator, fuel tank, ATS.

Renovations of and additions to electrical systems to accommodate the proposed facility.

Site improvements as shown in the drawings to provide appropriate access to the facility.

Post-construction testing of all equipment and controls.

Instructions to Bidders:

2.1. You are invited to submit a bid in response to our Invitation for Bid, W91ZRS-22-B-0001 for Generator Installation, Windsor Locks, CT.

2.2. As a result of this solicitation, the Government intends to award a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to the responsible offeror whose bid represents the best price in accordance with the solicitation.

2.3. This solicitation is set-aside 100% for small businesses.

NOTICE OF PRE-BID CONFERENCE AND SITE VISIT:

3.1. A pre-proposal conference will be conducted on May 5, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. for the purposes of briefing on the proposal requirements and performing a site visit regarding this solicitation.

This conference will be held at the AASF Classroom, Building 152, Light Lane, Windsor Locks, CT 06096. Interested Contractors are highly encouraged to attend the pre-proposal conference.

The site visit will be held following the conference. In order to limit the risk of spreading COVID-19, the Government requests that each General Contractor limit the number of employees or subcontractors to ONE, OR AS FEW AS POSSIBLE; and they must wear a mask that covers their nose and mouth.

3.2. Due to security conditions, all offerors must register if they attend this conference and site visit. E-mail the following information for all attendees to: gregory.s.gallagher.mil@army.mil AND eric.m.hoss.mil@army.mil.

Visitor’s Name Phone Number Driver’s License No.

Citizenship

3.3. This information must be provided in advance, not later than two (2) business days prior to the meeting, in order to ensure access to the military base and conference site and ensure adequate seating for the conference attendees. Even if you have access to the base you must register to ensure adequate seating. The furnishing of the above information is voluntary;

however, failure to furnish all or part of the requested information may result in the Government’s denial of your access to the pre-proposal conference. This information will be provided to the Base Security Forces who will authorize your entrance to the site.

3.4. You may be required to present the following information upon arrival: (1) Vehicle Registration, (2) Valid Driver’s License, (3) Proof of Insurance for Vehicle, and/or (4) Safety Inspection and Car Rental agreement if applicable. Any of the above information furnished by you is protected under the Privacy Act and shall not be released unless permitted by law and/or you have consented to such. All Privately-Owned Weapons (POWs) are prohibited on Connecticut Military Department (CTMD) property.

3.5. Information provided at this conference or site visit shall not qualify the terms and conditions of the solicitation and specifications. Terms of the solicitation and specifications remain unchanged unless the solicitation is amended in writing. If an amendment is issued, normal procedures relating to the acknowledgment and receipt of solicitation amendments shall apply.

3.6. A record of the conference shall be made and furnished to all prospective offerors via posting to: https://sam.gov/. The record will include minutes of the meeting.

FORMAL COMMUNICATION, OFFEROR EXPLANATIONS

4.1. Submit all questions via e-mail to the contracting office at the address shown below. Do NOT contact the A-E or Engineering personnel directly. Doing so will only delay the response to your question.

Subject Line: Reference No. W91ZRS-22-B-0001, AASF GENERATOR INSTALLATION Email: eric.m.hoss.mil@army.mil and edward.j.baird3.civ@army.mil

Proposal Inquiry: Be specific as to part of solicitation you are questioning.

4.2. Any explanation desired by an offeror regarding the meaning or interpretation of the solicitation, or bids, drawings, specifications, etc. must be requested in writing and with sufficient time allowed for a reply to reach offerors before the submission of their offer.

4.3. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to address questions received after the fifth day prior to solicitation closing with those offers deemed compliant after closing. All questions and requests for information (RFI) must be received NOT LATER THAN the fifth working day prior to closing and will be posted not later than two (2) working days prior to closing. OFFERORS

ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT QUESTIONS EARLY IN THIS PROCESS.

4.4. Any changes to the drawings, specifications, etc. will be issued in the form of an amendment. However, any answers that clarify or provide an interpretation to the drawings, specifications, etc. will NOT be posted via amendment but rather as a response to the RFI on SAM at https://sam.gov/

4.5. Receipt by the offeror must be acknowledged in the space provided on the SF 1442 or by returning a signed copy of the amendment by the time set for receipt of bids.

4.6. For security reasons, all technical and engineering data related to this solicitation will be distributed using the Contract Opportunities (SAM.gov) system. Plans and specifications are locked on SAM.gov and require Contractors to request explicit access from the Contracting Officer. See complete instructions on SAM.gov. SAM.gov is a web-based dissemination tool designed to safeguard acquisition-related information for all Federal agencies. Interested bidders/offerors must register with SAM.gov before accessing the system.

4.7. Amendments, if/when issued will be posted at https://sam.gov/ for electronic downloading.

This will normally be the only method of distributing amendments prior to closing; therefore, it is the offerors responsibility to check the website periodically for any amendments to the solicitation. Websites are occasionally inaccessible due to various reasons.

BID REPOSITORY AND BID OPENING:

5.1 Due to COVID-19 health concerns, bids submitted in response to this solicitation shall be submitted electronically. Submission shall be in Adobe PDF format. The bid opening will be conducted via a telephone conference call that is open to the public. The use of hyperlinks in bids is prohibited. NOTE: The only authorized transmission method for bids in response to this solicitation is electronically via email. NO OTHER TRANSMISSION METHODS

(FACSIMILE, REGULAR MAIL, HAND CARRIED, ETC.) WILL BE ACCEPTED.

5.2 The bid SUBMISSION TIME is 1:00 PM Eastern Time, Friday, May 31, 2022. The bid opening time is 2:00 PM Eastern Time, Friday, May 31, 2022.

5.3 Bids must be submitted not later than one (1) hour BEFORE the time designated for bid opening. Bids submitted after the bid submission time may be considered “late” by the Contracting Officer in accordance with FAR 14.304. THE BID SUBMISSION TIME IS 1:00 PM Eastern Time.

5.4 Bidders shall electronically send their bids and bonds to BOTH edward.j.baird3.civ@army.mil AND eric.m.hoss.mil@army.mil, and request a read receipt. If a read receipt is not received, bidders may call Mr. Edward Baird at 860-386-4100 to confirm receipt of the bid. Each email shall not contain documents which total more than 2 MB in size.

5.5 Bids will be opened one hour after the time for bid submission noted above. This one hour delay is necessary to allow for technical delays. The Bid Opening Official or Contract Specialist may open electronic documents before the bid opening to prepare for the bid opening, but will not record or communicate bid prices with any other individual until the bid opening. No Government officials will open electronic documents until the independent government estimate is finalized and received by the Bid Opening Official.

5.6 The bid opening will be conducted via public conference call. Bidders and members of the public may use the below information to access the conference call:

Call In Phone Number: 866-640-3387 Access Code: 9168251 #

WAGE DETERMINATION:

6.1 Construction Wage Rates are applicable to this project. Current prevailing wage determinations at the time of issuance of this solicitation are General Decision CT20220021 dated May 13, 2022; as shown in Section 00800.

BID PREPARATION EXPENSES AND PRE-CONTRACT COSTS: This IFB does not commit the Government to pay costs incurred in preparation and submission of bids or for other costs incurred prior to award of a formal contract.

CLAUSES: Clauses and provisions from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supplements thereto are incorporated in this document by reference and in full text. Those incorporated by reference have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text.

DISPOSITION OF UNSUCCESSFUL BIDS: In compliance with FAR Subpart 4.8, the Government will retain one copy of all unsuccessful bids including the bid bond.

OFFERORS QUALIFICATIONS: To establish its responsibility, the apparent low bidder may be requested by the Government prior to award, to submit a statement regarding his previous experience in performing comparable work, his business and technical organization, financial and bonding resources and plant available to be used in performing the work. This action may be requested to determine if the contractor is responsible.

SECTION 00800 - SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

The following have been added by full text:

WAGE DETERMINATION

"General Decision Number: CT20220021 05/13/2022

Superseded General Decision Number: CT20210021

State: Connecticut

Construction Type: Building

County: Hartford County in Connecticut.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (does not include single family homes or apartments up to and including 4 stories).

Note: Contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act are generally required to pay at least the applicable minimum wage rate required under Executive Order 14026 or Executive Order 13658.

Please note that these Executive Orders apply to covered contracts entered into by the federal government that are subject to the Davis-Bacon Act itself, but do not apply to contracts subject only to the Davis-Bacon Related Acts, including those set forth at 29 CFR 5.1(a)(2)-(60).

|If the contract is entered |. Executive Order 14026

|into on or after January 30, | generally applies to the

|2022, or the contract is | contract.

|renewed or extended (e.g., an |. The contractor must pay |option is exercised) on or | all covered workers at |after January 30, 2022: | least $15.00 per hour (or | | the applicable wage rate | | listed on this wage | | determination, if it is | | higher) for all hours | | spent performing on the | | contract in 2022.

|If the contract was awarded on|. Executive Order 13658 |or between January 1, 2015 and| generally applies to the |January 29, 2022, and the | contract.

|contract is not renewed or |. The contractor must pay all| |extended on or after January | covered workers at least |30, 2022: | $11.25 per hour (or the | | applicable wage rate listed| | | on this wage determination,| | | if it is higher) for all

| | hours spent performing on

| | that contract in 2022.

The applicable Executive Order minimum wage rate will be adjusted annually. If this contract is covered by one of the Executive Orders and a classification considered necessary for performance of work on the contract does not appear on this wage determination, the contractor must still submit a conformance request.

Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the Executive Orders is available at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/government-contracts.

Modification Number Publication Date 0 01/07/2022 1 01/14/2022 2 02/04/2022 3 02/18/2022 4 02/25/2022 5 04/29/2022 6 05/13/2022

ASBE0033-002 06/01/2021

Rates Fringes

HEAT & FROST INSULATOR

(Includes Duct, Pipe and Mechanical Systems)..............$ 43.72 30.99

BRCT0001-001 01/03/2022

Rates Fringes

BRICKLAYER.......................$ 37.75 34.62

BRCT0001-002 01/03/2022

Rates Fringes

BRICK POINTER/CAULKER/CLEANER....$ 37.75 34.62

BRCT0001-005 01/03/2022

Rates Fringes

CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER...$ 37.75 34.62

* CARP0326-024 05/02/2022

Rates Fringes

FLOOR LAYER: Carpet Only.........$ 36.07 26.15

* CARP0326-025 05/02/2022

Rates Fringes

FLOOR LAYER: Hardwood Floors Only.............................$ 36.07 26.15

CARP0326-027 05/03/2021

Rates Fringes

CARPENTER (Scaffold Builder).....$ 35.57 25.65

* CARP0326-028 05/02/2022

CARPENTER (Includes Acoustical Ceiling Installation, Drywall Hanging, Form Work, and Metal Stud Installation)...............$ 36.07 26.15

ELEC0035-014 06/01/2021

Rates Fringes

ELECTRICIAN (Including Low Voltage Wiring)..................$ 40.75 3%+30.47

ELEV0091-002 01/01/2022

Rates Fringes

ELEVATOR MECHANIC................$ 58.90 36.885+a+b

ENGI0478-004 04/04/2021

Rates Fringes

POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

(Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe).....$ 42.72 25.80

PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, provided the employee works 3 days during the week in which the holiday falls, if scheduled, and if scheduled, the working day before and the working day after the holiday.

* ENGI0478-005 04/03/2022

POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

(Bulldozer) Finegrade (Slopes, Shaping, laser or GPS, etc.).......................$ 44.86 26.80 Rough Grade Dozer...........$ 43.38 26.80

PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, provided the employee works 3 days during the week in which the holiday falls, if scheduled, and if scheduled, the working day before and the working day after the holiday.

ENGI0478-012 04/04/2021

Rates Fringes

POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

(Crane under 100 ton rated capacity)).......................$ 42.72 25.80

When crane operator is operating equipment that requires a fully licensed crane operator to operate he receives an extra $4.00 premium in addition to the hourly wage rate and benefit contributions:

PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, provided the employee works 3 days during the week in which the holiday falls, if scheduled, and if scheduled, the working day before and the working day after the holiday.

ENGI0478-016 04/04/2021

Rates Fringes

POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

(Loader - 7 cubic yards or over)............................$ 43.88 25.80

PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, provided the employee works 3 days during the week in which the holiday falls, if scheduled, and if scheduled, the working day before and the working day after the holiday.

IRON0015-010 06/07/2021

Rates Fringes

IRONWORKER (Reinforcing, Structural, Ornamental)..........$ 38.17 38.02

LABO0230-001 04/03/2022

Rates Fringes

LABORER

Common or General...........$ 32.00 24.40 Mason Tender- Cement/Concrete.............$ 32.50 24.40

PAIN0011-014 06/01/2021

GLAZIER..........................$ 39.98 22.90

PAIN0011-021 06/01/2021

Rates Fringes

PAINTER (Brush and Roller).......$ 36.42 22.90

PAIN0011-023 06/01/2021

Rates Fringes

DRYWALL FINISHER/TAPER...........$ 37.17 22.90

PLUM0777-001 06/01/2021

Rates Fringes

PLUMBER..........................$ 45.83 33.50

PLUM0777-003 06/01/2021

Rates Fringes

PIPEFITTER.......................$ 45.83 33.50

PLUM0777-004 06/01/2021

Rates Fringes

PLUMBER (HVAC Pipe Installation)....................$ 45.83 33.50

ROOF0009-001 01/01/2022

ROOFER

Composition.................$ 39.50 23.10 Slate and Tile..............$ 40.00 23.10

SFCT0669-002 04/01/2022

Rates Fringes

SPRINKLER FITTER.................$ 47.55 28.96

SHEE0040-001 07/01/2021

Rates Fringes

SHEET METAL WORKER (Including HVAC Unit Installation)..........$ 40.08 40.53

SHEE0040-002 07/01/2021

Rates Fringes

SHEET METAL WORKER (Metal Flashing and HVAC Duct Installation Only)...............$ 40.08 40.53

SHEE0040-008 07/01/2021

Rates Fringes

SHEET METAL WORKER (Metal Roofs Installation)..............$ 40.08 40.53

TEAM0677-001 04/04/2021

TRUCK DRIVER (Dump Truck)........$ 30.39 27.16

WELDERS - Receive rate prescribed for craft performing operation to which welding is incidental.

Note: Executive Order (EO) 13706, Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors applies to all contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act for which the contract is awarded (and any solicitation was issued) on or after January 1, 2017. If this contract is covered by the EO, the contractor must provide employees with 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours they work, up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each year.

Employees must be permitted to use paid sick leave for their own illness, injury or other health-related needs, including preventive care; to assist a family member (or person who is like family to the employee) who is ill, injured, or has other health-related needs, including preventive care; or for reasons resulting from, or to assist a family member (or person who is like family to the employee) who is a victim of, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the

EO

is available at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/government-contracts.

Unlisted classifications needed for work not included within the scope of the classifications listed may be added after award only as provided in the labor standards contract clauses (29CFR 5.5 (a) (1) (ii)).

The body of each wage determination lists the classification and wage rates that have been found to be prevailing for the cited type(s) of construction in the area covered by the wage determination. The classifications are listed in alphabetical order of ""identifiers"" that indicate whether the particular rate is a union rate (current union negotiated rate for local), a survey rate (weighted average rate) or a union average rate (weighted union average rate).

Union Rate Identifiers

A four letter classification abbreviation identifier enclosed in dotted lines beginning with characters other than ""SU"" or ""UAVG"" denotes that the union classification and rate were prevailing for that classification in the survey. Example:

PLUM0198-005 07/01/2014. PLUM is an abbreviation identifier of the union which prevailed in the survey for this classification, which in this example would be Plumbers.

indicates the local union number or district council number where applicable, i.e., Plumbers Local 0198. The next number, 005 in the example, is an internal number used in processing the wage determination. 07/01/2014 is the effective date of the most current negotiated rate, which in this example is July 1, 2014.

Union prevailing wage rates are updated to reflect all rate changes in the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) governing this classification and rate.

Survey Rate Identifiers

Classifications listed under the ""SU"" identifier indicate that no one rate prevailed for this classification in the survey and the published rate is derived by computing a weighted average rate based on all the rates reported in the survey for that classification. As this weighted average rate includes all rates reported in the survey, it may include both union and non-union rates. Example: SULA2012-007 5/13/2014. SU indicates the rates are survey rates based on a weighted average calculation of rates and are not majority rates. LA indicates the State of Louisiana. 2012 is the year of survey on which these classifications and rates are based. The next number, in the example, is an internal number used in producing the wage determination. 5/13/2014 indicates the survey completion date for the classifications and rates under that identifier.

Survey wage rates are not updated and remain in effect until a new survey is conducted.

Union Average Rate Identifiers

Classification(s) listed under the UAVG identifier indicate that no single majority rate prevailed for those classifications; however, 100% of the data reported for the classifications was union data. EXAMPLE: UAVG-OH-0010 08/29/2014. UAVG indicates that the rate is a weighted union average rate. OH indicates the state. The next number, 0010 in the example, is an internal number used in producing the wage determination. 08/29/2014 indicates the survey completion date for the classifications and rates under that identifier.

A UAVG rate will be updated once a year, usually in January of each year, to reflect a weighted average of the current negotiated/CBA rate of the union locals from which the rate is based.

WAGE DETERMINATION APPEALS PROCESS

1.) Has there been an initial decision in the matter? This can be:

* an existing published wage determination

* a survey underlying a wage determination

* a Wage and Hour Division letter setting forth a position on a wage determination matter

* a conformance (additional classification and rate) ruling

On survey related matters, initial contact, including requests for summaries of surveys, should be with the Wage and Hour National Office because National Office has responsibility for the Davis-Bacon survey program. If the response from this initial contact is not satisfactory, then the process described in 2.) and 3.) should be followed.

With regard to any other matter not yet ripe for the formal process described here, initial contact should be with the Branch of Construction Wage Determinations. Write to:

Branch of Construction Wage Determinations Wage and Hour Division U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.

Washington, DC 20210

2.) If the answer to the question in 1.) is yes, then an interested party (those affected by the action) can request review and reconsideration from the Wage and Hour Administrator (See 29 CFR Part 1.8 and 29 CFR Part 7). Write to:

Wage and Hour Administrator U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.

Washington, DC 20210

The request should be accompanied by a full statement of the interested party's position and by any information (wage payment data, project description, area practice material, etc.) that the requestor considers relevant to the issue.

3.) If the decision of the Administrator is not favorable, an interested party may appeal directly to the Administrative Review Board (formerly the Wage Appeals Board). Write to:

Administrative Review Board U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.

Washington, DC 20210

4.) All decisions by the Administrative Review Board are final.

END OF GENERAL DECISIO"

The following have been deleted:

SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

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