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.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
You are on the exact bond page. The next step is to start the quick application.
StateMABond amount$10,000ObligeeTown of North Attleborough, MassachusettsBond classBid BondCategoryOtherBondBoard of Public Works BondPlain descriptionUtility Contractor - Compliance OnlyWho 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…