Virginia Prevailing Wage Information
Effective May 1, 2021, the State of Virginia implemented prevailing wage requirements for all public contracts over $250,000 in value.
“Public works” means the operation, erection, construction, alteration, improvement, maintenance, or repair of any public facility or immovable property owned, used, or leased by a state agency or locality. Virginia Code 2.2-4321.3
The States adopt the Federal Davis Bacon rates for project, including whatever holiday or vacation which is included in the federal wage determination.
State or local agencies should contact the Commissioner of Labor and Industry for wage rates for their projects not less than 10 days nor more than 20 days prior to bid. Then, be sure to communicate those wage rates to their bidder’s list.
Certified payroll records and back up documentation must be kept for six(6) years after completion of the project.
“Public works” means the operation, erection, construction, alteration, improvement, maintenance, or repair of any public facility or immovable property owned, used, or leased by a state agency or locality. Virginia Code 2.2-4321.3
The States adopt the Federal Davis Bacon rates for project, including whatever holiday or vacation which is included in the federal wage determination.
State or local agencies should contact the Commissioner of Labor and Industry for wage rates for their projects not less than 10 days nor more than 20 days prior to bid. Then, be sure to communicate those wage rates to their bidder’s list.
Certified payroll records and back up documentation must be kept for six(6) years after completion of the project.
