Purpose
The Davis Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA) requires all contractors and subcontractors performing work on federal construction contracts or federally assisted contracts in excess of $2,000 to pay their laborers and mechanics not less than the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for corresponding classes of laborers and mechanics employed on similar projects in the area.
Responsibility
The Project Manager (PM) should contact Procurement, Contracts and Materials Management (PCMM) to determine whether or not Davis-Bacon applies to the project prior to soliciting construction services.
Timeframe
Davis-Bacon requirements are determined prior to soliciting construction services.
Process
Contact PCMM for procurement of construction services on federally funded projects.
On non-residential projects subject to both state and federal prevailing wage laws, contractors must pay the higher of the state or federal prevailing wage rates to workers.