You can now apply online for a Performance Bond - it only takes three (3) minutes! (Yep, we timed it.) Click here:
Or you Can download our Express Performance Bond Application (click to download form)
- Complete the form and email to gary@swiftbonds.com
- Be sure to include the Contract and Notice of Award letter (bid specs from the obligee).
- Send the bid results if you have them
What Contracts require a Performance Bond?
It's important that you always get a performance bond before starting on any project. This guarantees the builder will be responsible in case they don't finish their work according to specifications and deadlines, which is why it might not seem like such an easy decision at first glance.
Performance bonds are required for a variety of contracts.
A performance bond is a guarantee that the party will perform their contractual obligations, or else they will be liable to compensate the other party for any losses incurred as a result.
We can also help you find out if your project requires a performance bond and what type it should be (e.g., Bid Bond). Contact us today to learn more!
When would you use a performance bond?
Performance bonds are often required in the real estate industry to ensure that contractors or developers complete their projects. They can be used if a contractor becomes bankrupt, and helps protect property owners from low-quality work caused by unfortunate events like this. Here's How do you get a Performance Bond for a Business?
What is a contract performance bond?
A contract performance bond is an arrangement under which the performance of one party (A) to another party (B) will be backed up by a third-party guarantor. A contractor may also provide a bond in favour of the employer, and upon completion they are able to receive their payment early or completely replace retention provisions.
Who are the three parties to a performance bond?
The three parties to a performance bond are the Principal, Obligee and Surety. The surety is typically an insurance company that guarantees the obligations of the principal will be performed by offering collateral or some other form of guarantee in case they don’t perform their obligation as promised.
Who is obligated in the performance bond?
Performance bonds are legal agreements that obligate a party to the contract. The obligee is typically defined as the project owner which means they require and receive protection of bond holders.
Who pays for a performance bond?
The party/contractor under the agreement would pay for the bond cost, but they're common in construction and real estate development industries. See our How does a Performance Bond Work in Construction?
Do you get your money back on a bid bond?
If the surety company never received it, then usually they will refund 100%. If not, there is no guarantee to how much of that deposit can be returned.
What percentage of a contract is a performance bond?
Labor and material payment bonds are companions to the surety guarantee so make sure you have one or both before signing any contracts!
What does a performance bond cost?
The cost of a performance bond usually is less than 1% of the contract price. There are cases where this premium may be higher, such as when the value or amount in question is under $1 million and/or if credit scores are poor for those involved with the transaction.
How do you collect on a performance bond?
This is an easy question to answer. Collect the funds owed from the bank or brokerage house holding it, request a cashier's check for delivery in person or by mail, and transfer them into your account with another institution if necessary.
How do I make a performance bond?
A Performance Bond is a type of insurance for construction projects. The contractor must pay an extra premium on the bond, as well as interest, to get it in order to protect both sides from possible non-performance by one party or another. Have a How does Surety make Money on Performance Bond Fee?
How long does a performance bond last?
The duration of the contract is usually one year after purchasing your bond, but depending on the type and term length, it might not renew for two or three years. Some bonds do not renew at all. In some cases you can get a lower rate when coming to renewal time with any existing bonds that are in place.
What happens when the performance bond expires?
Performance bonds are not one of those things that can be renewed. Since they aren't tied to contracts, the changes in a contract won’t change them at all and will only stay valid for as long as your contact lasts. Once your contract expires, so does your bond!
Can a performance bond be extended?
The expiry date of a performance bond is the most important consideration for businesses as they are left vulnerable to risk without an extension. Renewing or extending your performance bond before this day will allow you to avoid these risks!
Can you cancel a performance bond?
Court bonds cannot be cancelled by the principal or the surety. The court has required the bond, and only they have power to issue a release stating that it is no longer needed. Read our completion guarantee vs performance bond.
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