Public warehousemen, logistics companies, storage facilities, and distribution centers that operate a public warehouse for storing goods, wares, and merchandise belonging to others as a business in Massachusetts must obtain this bond as part of their licensing requirements under the Division of Professional Licensure, Office of Public Safety and Inspections.
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.
StateMABond amount$10,000ObligeeCommonwealth of MassachusettsBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBondPublic Warehousemans BondPlain descriptionPublic Warehouses - All OtherWho needs this bondPublic warehousemen, logistics companies, storage facilities, and distribution centers that operate a public warehouse for storing goods, wares, and merchandise belonging to others as a business in Massachusetts must ob…
