Within specific wage areas prevailing rates are determined by wage area surveys conducted by a lead agency designated by the Office of Personnel Management. The lead agency analyzes survey data and determines and issues required wage schedules for the wage area. Wage areas are identified in Sub Part B, Appendix A of 5 CFR 532. 4.5 Additional Information. Complete regulatory guidance regarding wage administration is found in 5 CFR 532.
Employees can contact servicing personnel offices for additional or more detailed information.