This guide is a general summary to help public agencies, contractors and subcontractors understand and comply with Oregon´s prevailing wage rate (PWR) law. The information here reflects legislative changes through the 2011 legislative session and subsequent administrative rules.
 
The information in this guide is not intended as legal advice. Often, applying prevailing wage rate law in specific situations is very complex. Those wishing such legal advice should contact an attorney and not rely on this guide.
 
 You can download the entire 2012 Prevailing Wage Rate Law handbook here
 

Oregon´s Prevailing Wage Rates

History of Oregon´s PWR Legislation

Projects Covered by PWR Law

How Prevailing Wage Rates Are Determined

How to Determine the Correct Rate of Pay

Public Agency Responsibilities

Contractor and Subcontractor Responsibilities

Prevailing Wage Rate Law Enforcement

Computing the Allowable Hourly Credit for Fringe Benefit Contributions

Contacts

Calculating Weighted Average Overtime

ORS 279C.800 to ORS 279C.870, Public Contracts and Purchasing

OAR, Chapter 839, Division 25, Prevailing Wage Rates on Public Works

Request the current Prevailing Wage Rate Law handbook