Who Issues Performance Bonds?
Performance bonds are usually issued by a bank or insurance/surety company as a form of guarantee that contractors will meet their obligations. They are often used in the construction industry as an agreement between a contractor and a beneficiary that the project will be delivered as per the contract.
This article will discuss the process of being issued a performance bond, as well as how you can ensure that the bonds are issued as quickly as possible.
What is the Process of Obtaining A Performance Bond?
Obtaining a performance bond can be a relatively straightforward process. Typically, when you apply for a performance bond, you have to provide the bank or insurance/surety company with the following information:
- Completed & Signed Application Form
- Most Recent Audited Financial Accounts
- Draft Bond wording
- Latest Management Accounts (if available)
- Copy of Performance Bond Wording (if available)
CG Bonds can help contractors throughout the entire performance bond application process to make the application and issuance of performance bonds an easy and pain-free process. We have a quick, easy online application process, and dedicated account managers who provide an over-the-phone application assistance service.
How Quickly Can Performance Bonds be Issued?
The speed for acquiring a performance bond does vary as it is largely dependent on the responsiveness of all parties (principal, employer, surety).
Here at CG Bonds, formal quotations are typically provided anywhere between 5-7 working days upon receipt of a full application form and supporting information.
However, we recognise some contractors are requested for a bond just before site commencement, therefore, requiring a bond urgently. At CG Bonds, we pride ourselves in securing bonds in a timely and efficient manner.
Can the Performance Bond Issuer Reject an Application?
This is dependant on a range of factors, such as the client financials, site particulars, and the surety provider’s criteria and appetite in the market. As such, some applications can be rejected from the markets due to a number of reasons.
At CG Bonds, we have an extensive and exclusive underwriting panel allowing us to provide bond solutions to clients of all financial strengths.
Before approaching the market we will hold your hand throughout the process, ensuring your application form is completed with the required information. We will also make sure you have included all the financial information required, so all you need to do is prepare to start your works on the project.
Conclusion: Everything You Need to Know About Performance Bonds Being Issued
When faced with strict time constraints, it can be difficult to hit the necessary deadlines to get a performance bond in place. This is why at CG Bonds, we work closely with our contractors to collate all the required information, ensuring the bond is issued in a timely manner.
CG Bonds are a specialist surety bond broker that can source and secure the best value construction bonds in the market, whilst using our years of unrivalled experience to make it a stress-free and simple process. With our extensive and exclusive underwriting panel, we are able to offer a Best Price Guarantee, whilst also maintaining our 100% track record in fulfilling bond requirements.
Get in touch with our team today to start your performance bond application.
The information provided in this blog is not intended to constitute legal advice or any other advice of a professional nature. The recipient of this information contained in this blog should always consult legal or professional advice.