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Utility Contractor - 3rd Party Liability

Overview

What it is.

Utility Contractor - 3rd Party Liability

Who usually needs it

Commercial contractors and commercial registered subcontractors in Arkansas must obtain a $10,000 Contractor License Bond to hold a valid license through the Contractors Licensing Board. Additionally, contractors unable to submit required financial statements can provide a Surety Bond in Lieu of Financial Statement sized at 10 times the minimum net worth fo…

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

License bonds are required by state and local governments to ensure compliance with industry regulations. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger license bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Same-day approval is typical for many common license bonds. Some license bonds may price higher de…

Typical timeframe

Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting

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.

StateAR
Bond amountVaries by license type or project
ObligeeCity of Bryant, Arkansas
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryOther
BondContractor Bonds
Plain descriptionUtility Contractor - 3rd Party Liability
Who needs this bondCommercial contractors and commercial registered subcontractors in Arkansas must obtain a $10,000 Contractor License Bond to hold a valid license through the Contractors Licensing Board. Additionally, contractors unable…
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