An increased employer payment contribution that results in a lower taxable wage shall not be considered a violation of the applicable prevailing wage determination so long as all of the following conditions are met:
- (a) The increased employer payment is made pursuant to criteria set forth in a collective bargaining agreement.
- (b) The increased employer payment and hourly straight time and overtime wage combined are no less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages.
- (c) The employer payment contribution is irrevocable unless made in error.