This article describes how to upload an SF-1444 (Request for Authorization of Additional Classification and Rate) and the final Department of Labor (DOL) decision in eComply so contractors can continue payroll reporting while maintaining compliance.

When a federally funded project requires a work classification that is not included in the applicable U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) wage determination, a contractor can submit an SF-1444 document to propose a new job classification and wage rate.

After the request is uploaded to eComply, contractors can continue submitting Certified Payroll Reports (CPRs) using the proposed classification while the DOL reviews the request. When the DOL issues its final decision, eComply updates the classification, if necessary, and automatically re-evaluates affected payrolls for compliance.

Note: This process applies only to Federal Department of Labor wage determinations, including projects subject to the Davis-Bacon Act (DBA) or Service Contract Act (SCA).

Before uploading an SF-1444:

• Confirm whether your agency requires an Agency Administrator to upload SF-1444 project document types, or if you as a vendor are given permissions to do so. You can also verify that the project document types are available in Project Documents.
• Verify that the SF-1444 document was submitted to the DOL.

• Ensure you have a copy of the submitted request or the final DOL decision available for upload.

  Note: If SF-1444 (Submitted) or SF-1444 (Decision) is not available as a document type in Project Documents, contact your Agency Administrator for assistance. They may be required to upload these document types into eComply.

  Best Practice: Submit an SF-1444 before work begins under the proposed classification whenever possible. If the need is identified after work has started, submit the request to the DOL as soon as possible.

How eComply Handles SF-1444 Requests

After You Upload an SF-1444 (Submitted)

When you upload an SF-1444 (Submitted) document:

• The eComply Rates Management team is notified automatically.
• The proposed classification and wage rates are added to eComply.
• The classification is associated only with the specific project and wage determination.
• Any contractor working on that project can use the classification, if applicable.
• The job classification cannot be used on other projects.

After You Upload an SF-1444 (Decision)

When you upload an SF-1444 (Decision) document:

• The eComply Rates Management team is notified automatically.
• The eComply Rates Management team reviews the DOL decision.
• Classification rates are updated in eComply if the approved rate differs from the proposed rate.
• Affected CPRs are automatically re-evaluated when necessary.

Upload the SF-1444 Request

After submitting the SF-1444 to the DOL, upload a copy of the request into eComply.

1. Select Project Documents under Documents.

2. Select the appropriate project from the Project drop-down menu.

   Note: An SF-1444 document applies only to the project with which it is associated.

3. Select the contractor from the Contractor drop-down menu.
4. Select New Document.

5. Select SF-1444 (Submitted) from the Document Type drop-down menu.

   Note: If SF-1444 (Submitted) is not available as a document type, contact your Agency Administrator, as they may prefer to upload the document on your behalf.

6. Complete all required fields.
7. Upload the submitted SF-1444 document.
8. Select Submit Document.

Continue Payroll Reporting While the Request Is Pending

When the SF-1444 document is uploaded, the eComply Rates Management team is notified automatically and typically adds the proposed job classification within 48 hours.

1. Verify that the proposed classification has been added to eComply by reviewing notifications or by navigating to Setup > Craft and Classification and searching for the classification.
2. Continue submitting CPRs using the proposed classification and rate while the DOL review is pending.

Upload the DOL Decision

After receiving the DOL decision, upload the final document into eComply.

1. Select Project Documents under Documents.
2. Select the appropriate project from the Project drop-down menu.
3. Select the contractor from the Contractor drop-down menu.
4. Select New Document.

5. Select SF-1444 (Decision) from the Document Type drop-down menu.

   Note: If SF-1444 (Decision) is not available as a document type, contact your Agency Administrator, as they may prefer to upload the document on your behalf.

6. Complete all required fields.
7. Upload the DOL decision document.
8. Select Submit Document.

Uploading the decision notifies the eComply Rates Management team that the DOL has issued its final ruling.

Understanding SF-1444 Outcomes

If the Proposed Classification and Rate Are Approved

No additional action is required.

• Continue using the approved job classification and rate.
• Both SF-1444 documents remain available for audit purposes.

If the Classification Is Approved at a Different Rate

The eComply Rates Management team updates the approved job classification rate in eComply and re-evaluates affected CPRs. If the approved wage rate is higher than the proposed rate:

• Affected CPRs are flagged as non-compliant.
• Payrolls may be rejected and require correction.
• After paying any required back wages, you can submit corrected payrolls. For additional guidance, see Correct a Rejected CPR and Submit an Adjustment.

• Submit SF-1444 requests to the DOL as early as possible to avoid delays.
• Upload the SF-1444 (Submitted) document in eComply immediately after submitting it to the DOL.
• Upload the SF-1444 (Decision) document in eComply as soon as the DOL returns its ruling.
• Promptly uploading both documents helps ensure classifications, wage rates, and payroll compliance remain accurate.
• Monitor projects requiring additional classifications by using the SF-1444 Additional Crafts by Project report.

Uploading both the SF-1444 (Submitted) request and the SF-1444 (Decision) document ensures eComply can accurately manage project-specific job classifications, wage rates, and payroll compliance throughout the DOL review process. While the request is pending, contractors can continue submitting Certified Payroll Reports using the proposed classification. Once the DOL issues its final decision, eComply automatically updates rates when necessary and re-evaluates affected payrolls to maintain compliance.