Wage Determination Documents for Georgia Construction Projects

This document comprises three federal wage determinations issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division, applicable to Davis-Bacon Act service and construction contracts in Georgia. The determinations establish prevailing wage rates for multiple classifications of workers across Heavy Construction (SUGA2017-005), Highway Construction (SUGA2022-006), and Service Contract Act (2015-4493) work in specified Georgia counties including Baker, Brooks, Dougherty, Echols, Lanier, Lee, Lowndes, Terrell, and Worth.

The Heavy Construction wage determination (effective 04/15/2021, General Decision GA20260290) lists hourly rates ranging from $11.53 to $26.18 for classifications including Carpenter ($22.36), Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher ($21.40), Electrician ($26.18), and various equipment operators. The Highway Construction determination (effective 07/12/2024, General Decision GA20260066) specifies higher rates, with Carpenter at $32.68, Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher at $28.44, and specialized roles including Traffic Control Flagger ($14.64) and Truck Driver Dump Truck ($21.58). The Service Contract Act wage determination (2015-4493, Revision 30, last revised 12/03/2025) covers 99 occupational classifications spanning administrative support, automotive service, food preparation, health occupations, mechanics, protective services, and technical roles, with rates ranging from $10.00 to $46.07 per hour. All determinations mandate fringe benefits, health and welfare compensation ($5.55-$5.09 per hour), vacation provisions, and twelve paid holidays annually. Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 impose additional paid sick leave requirements and minimum wage thresholds for covered contractors. The documents include detailed rate identifiers (union, survey, state-adopted, and weighted average classifications) and procedures for wage determination appeals through the Wage and Hour Division and Administrative Review Board.