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Bid Bond

Board of Public Works Bond

Utility Contractor - Compliance Only

Overview

What it is.

Utility Contractor - Compliance Only

Who usually needs it

Contractors or permit applicants seeking to perform work that encroaches on public streets, highways, or rights-of-way in Massachusetts must obtain this bond when applying for permits from local Departments of Public Works. This includes those performing utility installations, excavations, or street work to ensure compliance with public infrastructure prote…

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

Bid bonds guarantee that a contractor will honor their bid and enter into the contract if awarded. Typical Pricing:. • Small contracts: Commonly around 1–5% of the bid amount. • Larger contracts: Rates generally scale lower as contract size increases. • Bid bonds: Often provided at no additional cost when paired with performance and payment bonds. • Full underwriting required: Credit, financials, experience, and bonding history reviewed. Bid bonds are typically requ…

Typical timeframe

Contract underwriting required — typically 3–5 business days

Application

What to do next.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateMA
Bond amount$10,000
ObligeeTown of North Attleborough, Massachusetts
Bond classBid Bond
CategoryOther
BondBoard of Public Works Bond
Plain descriptionUtility Contractor - Compliance Only
Who needs this bondContractors or permit applicants seeking to perform work that encroaches on public streets, highways, or rights-of-way in Massachusetts must obtain this bond when applying for permits from local Departments of Public Wo…
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