This bond is required for contractors who perform specialized construction work in Denver, Colorado. If you're doing specific types of contracting work beyond general construction—like electrical, plumbing, or HVAC installation—you need this $10,000 bond before you can legally operate. It protects the city and your cu…
Overview
What it is.
This bond is required for contractors who perform specialized construction work in Denver, Colorado. If you're doing specific types of contracting work beyond general construction—like electrical, plumbing, or HVAC installation—you need this $10,000 bond before you can legally operate. It protects the city and your cu…
Who usually needs it
Special contractors performing specialized work such as sewer, sidewalk, structural, or paving services in certain Colorado municipalities need this bond to obtain a local contractor license. Colorado lacks a statewide contractor license requirement, so this bond is mandated only by specific local governments like Denver and surrounding areas to ensure cont…
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$10,000ObligeeCity and County of Denver, ColoradoBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBondSpecial ContractorPlain descriptionThis bond is required for contractors who perform specialized construction work in Denver, Colorado. If you're doing specific types of contracting work beyond general construction—like electrical, plumbing, or HVAC inst…Who needs this bondSpecial contractors performing specialized work such as sewer, sidewalk, structural, or paving services in certain Colorado municipalities need this bond to obtain a local contractor license. Colorado lacks a statewide …
