Does Nebraska require prevailing wages on public works?

No prevailing wage — but under §73-102, bidders must file a statement of compliance with "fair labor standards" (wages maintained by at least half the contractors in the field) or the low bid can be disqualified.

How is public works construction procured in Nebraska?

By advertised competitive bidding under Neb. Rev. Stat. Chapter 73; subdivisions set their own dollar limits.

Does Nebraska require multiple-prime contracts?

No. Nebraska has no statewide multiple-prime mandate, unlike New York (Wicks Law) or Pennsylvania (Separations Act).

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Nebraska public works bidding requirements

Jurisdiction: State of Nebraska

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Summary of record

Verified Jul 8, 2026

Competitive bidding threshold (public work): Competitive bidding required
Governing statute: Neb. Rev. Stat. Ch. 73
Award standard: Lowest responsible bidder
Multiple-prime required?: No statewide mandate
Prevailing wage: None — fair labor standards
Addenda distribution: To all bidders

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Competitive bidding threshold

Nebraska's public bodies must advertise and competitively bid public works under Neb. Rev. Stat. Chapter 73; individual subdivisions set their own dollar limits by charter.¹

Award standard

Contracts go to the lowest responsible bidder.

Multiple-prime contracts

Nebraska has no statewide multiple-prime mandate. Unlike New York's Wicks Law or Pennsylvania's Separations Act, a single general contract is permitted.

Prevailing wage

Nebraska has no prevailing-wage law. Instead, Neb. Rev. Stat. §73-102 requires every bidder to file a statement of compliance with "fair labor standards" — the wages and conditions maintained by at least half the contractors in the same field — or the low bid can be disqualified.²

Document distribution & addenda

Nebraska DOT §101.0302 requires an addendum to be issued to all bidders prior to bid opening.³

Record of change

Nebraska has no prevailing wage, but §73-102 takes an unusual approach: bidders must certify compliance with "fair labor standards" — the pay and conditions maintained by at least half the contractors in the field — or risk disqualification.

Verified
Jul 8, 2026

Added document-distribution source: Standard Specifications for Highway Construction §101.0302 (Addendum).
Verified
Jul 7, 2026

Page created and verified against Neb. Rev. Stat. Chapter 73 (public works and fair labor standards).

Sources

1. Nebraska Legislature — Neb. Rev. Stat. §73-102 (fair labor standards). nebraskalegislature.gov
2. Nebraska Legislature — Neb. Rev. Stat. Chapter 73 (public lands and buildings). nebraskalegislature.gov
3. Nebraska DOT (NDOT) — Standard Specifications for Highway Construction §101.0302 (Addendum). dot.nebraska.gov

Frequently asked

Does Nebraska require prevailing wages on public works?: No prevailing wage — but under §73-102, bidders must file a statement of compliance with "fair labor standards" (wages maintained by at least half the contractors in the field) or the low bid can be disqualified.
How is public works construction procured in Nebraska?: By advertised competitive bidding under Neb. Rev. Stat. Chapter 73; subdivisions set their own dollar limits.
Does Nebraska require multiple-prime contracts?: No. Nebraska has no statewide multiple-prime mandate, unlike New York (Wicks Law) or Pennsylvania (Separations Act).

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Not legal advice. This page summarizes public law from primary sources for reference. Thresholds can change; always confirm the current requirement with the governing agency before relying on it for a specific procurement.