As prescribed in 536.570-14, insert a clause substantially the same as the following:
Requirement for a Project Labor Agreement (Sep 1999)
(a) Definition. “Project Labor Agreement” (PLA) means an agreement between the contractor, subcontractors, and the union(s) representing workers. Under a PLA, the contractor and subcontractors on a project and the union(s) agree on terms and conditions of employment for the project, establishing a framework for labor-management cooperation to advance the Government’s procurement interest in cost, efficiency, and quality.
(b) The Contractor shall, after contract award, enter into a PLA for performance of [Insert project or contract name]. The PLA binds the Contractor and subcontractors of whatever tier engaged in onsite construction work. The PLA shall include all the following terms:
(1) Guarantees against strikes, lockouts, and similar work disruptions.
(2) Effective, prompt and mutually binding procedures for resolving labor disputes arising during the project.
(3) Other mechanisms for labor-management cooperation on matters of mutual interest and concern, including productivity, quality of work, safety, and health.
(4) The PLA shall fully conform to all applicable statutes, regulations, and Executive Orders.
(c) Any PLA reached under this clause shall not change the terms of this contract or provide for any pricing adjustment by the Government.
(d) The Government shall not participate in the negotiations of any PLA.
(e) Nothing in this clause precludes contractors or subcontractors from competing for contracts or subcontracts on this project without discrimination based on union or non-union status.
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