WD___NM20250047_dated_4-4-2025.pdf

This document is a General Wage Determination for New Mexico issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, specifically covering building construction projects in Sandoval County. The wage determination provides hourly rates and fringe benefits for multiple construction trade classifications, including Asbestos Worker/Heat & Frost Insulator ($36.66/hour), Carpenter ($24.08-$27.31/hour), Elevator Mechanic ($53.35/hour), Ironworker ($28.05/hour), Pipefitter ($43.07/hour), Sprinkler Fitter ($37.39/hour), and others. The document details prevailing wage requirements under Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, which mandate minimum wage rates for federal contractors, and includes provisions for paid holidays and vacation credits.

The wage determination applies to building construction projects not including single-family homes or apartments up to 4 stories, and outlines a comprehensive appeals process for wage determinations. It specifies that contractors must pay workers at least the applicable wage rate for all hours spent performing on the contract, with rates subject to annual updates. The document also includes details on how wage rates are identified, including union rates, survey rates, and state-adopted rates, providing a comprehensive framework for wage compliance in federal construction contracts in New Mexico.