A Supply Bond guarantees that a material supplier or vendor will deliver the supplies, materials, or equipment as agreed in the contract. If the supplier fails to deliver or provide the correct materials on time, the bond protects the project owner or contractor by compensating them for financial losses, allowing them…
Overview
What it is.
A Supply Bond guarantees that a material supplier or vendor will deliver the supplies, materials, or equipment as agreed in the contract. If the supplier fails to deliver or provide the correct materials on time, the bond protects the project owner or contractor by compensating them for financial losses, allowing them…
Who usually needs it
Material suppliers and vendors entering into supply contracts for public or private projects. This bond is required when the supplier agrees to provide materials, equipment, or products to a project owner, general contractor, or public entity, and the contract requires a guarantee of performance and delivery.
Pricing & timing
What to expect.
Generic pricing
Performance bonds guarantee that a contractor will complete a project according to the contract terms. Typical Pricing:. • Small contracts: Commonly around 1–5% of the contract value (one-time upfront premium). • Larger contracts: Rates generally scale lower as contract size increases. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. • Full underwriting required: Credit, financials, experience, and bon…
Typical timeframe
Full 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.
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StateOHBond amountVaries by license type or projectObligeePublic and private project ownersBond classPerformance BondCategoryConstructionBondOhio Supply BondPlain descriptionA Supply Bond guarantees that a material supplier or vendor will deliver the supplies, materials, or equipment as agreed in the contract. If the supplier fails to deliver or provide the correct materials on time, the bo…Who needs this bondMaterial suppliers and vendors entering into supply contracts for public or private projects. This bond is required when the supplier agrees to provide materials, equipment, or products to a project owner, general contr…
FAQ
Common questions.
Who needs an Ohio Supply Bond?
Material suppliers and vendors who enter into supply contracts for public or private construction projects in Ohio need a Supply Bond. This includes businesses providing materials, equipment, products, or supplies to project owners, general contractors, or government entities when the contract requires a surety bond guarantee of delivery and performance.
What does an Ohio Supply Bond cover?
The Ohio Supply Bond guarantees that the supplier will deliver all materials, supplies, or equipment as specified in the contract, on time and meeting quality standards. If the supplier fails to deliver or provides defective materials, the bond compensates the project owner or contractor for financial losses, including the cost difference of purchasing replacement materials from another vendor.
How much is the Ohio Supply Bond amount?
The Ohio Supply Bond amount equals the total value of the supply contract. Typically, the bond is set at 100% of the contract price to fully protect the project owner in case of supplier default. The specific bond amount is determined by the value of materials, equipment, or supplies being provided under the contract.
