Prevailing wage in Rhode Island

Who and what this applies to

Covered state/municipal public works and their subcontractors under Chapter 37-13.

Thresholds and scope

Section 37-13-3 applies to covered public-works contracts exceeding $1,000.

The rules

• Section 37-13-3 requires covered contractors and subcontractors to pay employees weekly. Source
• Section 37-13-7 requires covered bid/contract wage provisions and payment of the applicable prevailing minimum wages to employees directly on the worksite. Section 37-13-6 requires the awarding authority to obtain the applicable wage and benefit schedule from Labor and Training. Source

Deadlines

Pay covered employees at least weekly.

Primary sources

• 37-13-3.htm
• 37-13-7.htm
• 37-13-6.htm

Sources reviewed 2026-09-30. This guide covers the projects and rules stated above.

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