What are the current prevailing wage requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act for October 2026?

The prevailing wage requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act for October 2026 are found in the specific wage determination issued by the Department of Labor for the county where the construction project is located. The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements apply to federal contracts in excess of $2,000 for construction, alteration, or repair of public buildings or public works, as stated in FAR 22.403-1. You need to identify the specific wage determination attached to the Invitation for Bid (IFB) you are responding to. The contracting officer includes the applicable wage determination in the solicitation, which specifies the minimum wages and fringe benefits for various labor categories that must be paid to workers on the project. Do not guess; always use the wage determination provided by the contracting officer in the solicitation package to ensure your bid reflects the correct rates.