CALIFORNIA / SOURCE CHECKED NOVEMBER 11, 2026

Start with
the state sources.

Keep California reporting questions in their own section of the job file.

Where to begin.

DIR says contractors and subcontractors on most public-works projects must submit certified payroll records through its Public Works Website Services. Some project categories are exempt from online reporting. Use the official reporting page and FAQ to check the details relevant to your situation.

DIR’s FAQ also explains that submitting records to another recipient does not fulfill a separate DIR reporting obligation. Keep each required destination visible in your project workflow.

Questions for your project file.

• Which project and contractor registration details need confirmation?
• Which state, federal or other requirements apply?
• Which wage determinations and written contract directions is your reviewer using?
• Who confirms classifications, fringe treatment and apprenticeship questions?
• Which recipients, channels and timing instructions must be tracked?

Record the answer’s source and date, not just a verbal summary. These questions are an organization aid, not an exhaustive compliance checklist.