General Contractor Bond, City and County of Denver
This bond is required for general contractors who want to perform construction work in Denver, Colorado. The City and County of Denver requires this $50,000 bond to protect the public and ensure contractors follow local building codes, regulations, and licensing requirements. If a contractor fails to complete work pro…
Overview
What it is.
This bond is required for general contractors who want to perform construction work in Denver, Colorado. The City and County of Denver requires this $50,000 bond to protect the public and ensure contractors follow local building codes, regulations, and licensing requirements. If a contractor fails to complete work pro…
Who usually needs it
General contractors seeking a license from the City and County of Denver to perform construction work on public rights-of-way, streets, alleys, or other public property must obtain this $50,000 bond. This applies to individuals or business entities applying for or renewing a general contractor license under Denver Revised Municipal Code Section 339-D who bu…
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.
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.
StateCOBond amount$50,000ObligeeCity and County of DenverBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBondGeneral Contractor Bond, City and County of DenverPlain descriptionThis bond is required for general contractors who want to perform construction work in Denver, Colorado. The City and County of Denver requires this $50,000 bond to protect the public and ensure contractors follow local…Who needs this bondGeneral contractors seeking a license from the City and County of Denver to perform construction work on public rights-of-way, streets, alleys, or other public property must obtain this $50,000 bond. This applies to ind…
