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Contracts Administrator for Government Construction
Wrong paperwork or late payrolls can stop government payments, and mistakes on certified documents carry serious risks. AAAT3 provides a qualified contracts administrator to review payrolls, manage wage rates, and handle modifications so you stay compliant.
- Certified payroll review
- Davis-Bacon wage rates
- Contract modifications
- Subcontract flowdowns
- Government compliance
By the numbers
Critical deadlines and record rules
Contract size above which Davis-Bacon prevailing wages apply to federal construction, alteration and repair
U.S. Department of Labor, elaws DBRA AdvisorDeadline to submit each weekly certified payroll after the regular pay date
U.S. Department of Labor, elaws DBRA AdvisorHow long payroll records must be kept after all work on the prime contract is finished
U.S. Department of Labor, elaws DBRA AdvisorWhat’s included
Contracts support from payroll to change orders
We handle the paperwork that keeps federal payments moving and avoids work stoppages.
Certified payroll review
Weekly payrolls get checked against labor laws before submission to avoid payment delays.
- Labor standards under 29 CFR 5
- FAR Part 22 wage rule checks
- Submission before the weekly deadline
- Record keeping after work ends
Wage rate posting
Job classifications and rates get posted correctly to match federal Davis-Bacon rules.
- Prevailing wage code matching
- Laborer vs helper rate checks
- Correct classification for every job
- Rate updates when rules change
Contract modifications
Requests for equitable adjustments follow strict federal forms and approval paths.
- FAR Part 43 change procedures
- 2 CFR 200 rules on grant funded work
- Equitable adjustment justification
- Flowdown to subcontractors
Project management and consulting
Contracts administration for government construction
We manage your payroll, wage rates and paperwork to keep payments moving without delay.
Certified payroll review
Our staff checks each weekly pay packet for accuracy before submission to the agency.
Best for: Prime contractors worried about audit findingsWage rate posting and classification
We assign the correct Davis-Bacon code to every job task on your payroll roster.
Best for: General contractors managing multiple government scopesContract modification handling
We draft the language needed for changes and requests for equitable adjustment under FAR Part 43.
Best for: Prime contractors with open changes or claimsSubcontract flowdowns
We ensure lower tier vendors receive the same wage standards as your prime contract.
Best for: Large firms with deep subcontract networksPrevailing wage compliance checks
We confirm which contracts and subcontracts fall under Davis-Bacon and that every covered worker gets the posted rate.
Best for: Contractors new to federal or federally funded workPayroll record retention support
We help organize files so they meet the required storage period after final completion.
Best for: General contractors managing long term recordsHow it works
Six steps for payroll and contract flow
Review payrolls
We check certified payrolls for errors or late dates.
Post wages
Worker roles are classified and rates posted correctly.
Change orders
Requests to change the contract are reviewed properly.
Adjustment requests
Equitable adjustments are calculated and submitted on time.
Subcontract checks
Flowdowns for subcontractors are verified against the prime.
Final record check
All files are closed and ready for audit inspection.
Rule of thumb: check every certified payroll against the posted wage decision before it goes to the contracting officer.
Ways to work with us
Pick the level of support you need
Start small with a review, put a qualified person on site, or hand us the whole program. Every option is priced to your scope.
Quick start
Payroll data review
We examine your submitted payrolls to find errors or delays.
- Weekly payroll check
- Wage rate audit
- Deadline verification
- Fix list and report
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On-site contracts support
Our staff handles weekly reviews and change order paperwork.
- Certified payroll review
- Equitable adjustment prep
- Flowdown oversight
- Daily log updates
Full program
Full contract management
We run the entire payroll and modification program end to end.
- Wage classification
- Change order processing
- Subcontract coordination
- Record retention
What you get
Deliverables
Payroll packet
Weekly certified payrolls formatted for government submission.
Wage rate log
Worker hours and rates logged by trade classification.
Change order log
All modification requests tracked from request to close.
Flowdown schedule
Wage requirements passed down to every subcontractor.
Record book
Daily logs and signed payrolls kept in a master file.
Adjustment memo
Summaries of equitable adjustment calculations and justifications.
Standards
Codes and standards we work to
Labor standards
2- 29 CFR 5
Labor standards for federally financed construction (Davis-Bacon)Federal
- FAR Part 22
Federal labor laws on government contractsFederal
Contract changes
2- FAR Part 43
Federal contract modificationsFederal
- 2 CFR 200
Uniform rules for federal awards and grantsFederal
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Common questions
Why is certified payroll review so critical in government contracts?
Wrong payrolls or late submissions can delay payments and stop work on federal projects. We verify that every worker receives the correct Davis-Bacon wage rates before you submit them.
How do we handle changes to contract scope or costs?
We price the change and prepare the request for equitable adjustment under FAR Part 43, with the backup the contracting officer needs to issue a modification.
What happens if subcontractors do not meet wage standards?
We manage subcontract flowdowns to ensure lower-tier workers also receive compliant rates required by FAR Part 22. This prevents penalties and keeps the entire project in compliance with labor laws.
Can AAAT3 support this contracts administrator role for our project?
Yes. We provide experienced personnel who can work full time, part time, or remotely to handle complex government paperwork and payroll audits.
Which federal regulations must the administrator follow daily?
Most days it is 29 CFR 5 for payrolls and wage rates, FAR Part 22 for labor clauses and FAR Part 43 for changes. On grant funded work, 2 CFR 200 applies too.
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