District of Columbia surety bonds.
The contractor and commercial bonds we arrange in District of Columbia. Pick a bond to see what it's for, who requires it and how to apply.
District of Columbia Bid Bond
The District of Columbia requires bid security on District construction contracts estimated over $100,000, under D.C. Code § 2-357.01.
District of Columbia Performance & Payment Bond
District of Columbia construction contracts over $100,000 need a performance bond and a payment bond, each for 100% of the contract price excluding operation, maintenance and finance costs, under D.C. Code § 2-357.02.
District of Columbia Contractor License Bond
In the District of Columbia, home improvement contractors licensed by the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) must post a $25,000 surety bond.
District of Columbia Mechanic's Lien Discharge Bond
In the District of Columbia, an owner can release a mechanic's lien by paying the claim into court or filing a court-approved undertaking with sureties, under D.C. Code § 40-303.16. An undertaking can also be offered before suit under § 40-303.17.
District of Columbia Subdivision Bond
No District of Columbia law setting a subdivision improvement bond was found. When a developer dedicates a new street, the Council's acceptance has been made contingent on DDOT confirming in writing that the street improvements were built to its standards, or on an agreement with DDOT covering the improvements.
District of Columbia Maintenance Bond
District of Columbia law requires performance and payment bonds on District construction contracts over $100,000, but does not require a maintenance bond. When one is used, the project owner's contract sets the amount and period.
District of Columbia Right-of-Way Bond
Work in District public space needs a DDOT public space permit. DDOT charges a refundable deposit for paving and wall work, returned after a satisfactory inspection, and releases deposits, letters of credit and bonds through its Customer Service Clearinghouse. A set surety bond amount was not confirmed.
District of Columbia Permit Bond
No general District of Columbia building permit bond was found. DC Water asks for a damage deposit, not a bond, for sheeting and shoring work near its water and sewer lines.
District of Columbia Supply Bond
District of Columbia law requires performance and payment bonds on construction contracts over $100,000 and lets the Chief Procurement Officer set rules for security on non-construction service contracts. No law requiring bonds on contracts for goods was found; when used, the solicitation and contract set them.
District of Columbia Stop Payment Notice Release Bond
The District of Columbia has no separate stop payment notice release bond. Under the subcontractor's lien law, once a subcontractor files and serves a lien notice, the owner must hold back enough from later payments to the contractor to cover the claim. An owner can discharge the liens by giving an undertaking (bond) with sureties under D.C. Code §§ 40-303.16 and 40-303.17.
District of Columbia Notary Bond
District of Columbia notaries public must have a $2,000 surety bond covering their five-year commission, under D.C. Code § 1-1231.19. Notaries commissioned only for the DC Government do not need one.
District of Columbia Freight Broker Bond (BMC-84)
Property brokers registered with FMCSA must keep $75,000 in financial security under 49 U.S.C. 13906. A surety bond is filed on Form BMC-84; a trust fund is filed on Form BMC-85.
License, permit and business bonds in District of Columbia.
Prices from Propeller Bonds' rate sheet, checked Oct 17, 2026. "From" prices are starting rates: a credit check or underwriter review sets your final price, and you see it before you pay.
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District of Columbia Appraisal Management Company - NMLS Bond ($25,000)
Statewide in District of Columbia. A $25,000 bond, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Boxing and Wrestling Promoter Bond ($10,000)
Statewide in District of Columbia. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Consumer Goods Repair Dealer Bond ($2,000)
Statewide in District of Columbia. A $2,000 bond, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Consumer Goods Repair Dealer Bond ($5,000)
Statewide in District of Columbia. A $5,000 bond, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Employment Agency Bond ($50,000)
Statewide in District of Columbia. A $50,000 bond, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Insurance Broker Bond ($20,000)
Statewide in District of Columbia. A $20,000 bond, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Low Voltage Electrical Contractor Bond ($2,000)
Statewide in District of Columbia. A $2,000 bond, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Low Voltage Master Electrician Bond ($1,000)
Statewide in District of Columbia. A $1,000 bond, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Money Lender Licensee - NMLS Bond
Statewide in District of Columbia. The agency sets the amount, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Mortgage Broker (NMLS) Bond
Statewide in District of Columbia. The agency sets the amount, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Notary Bond with $10,000 E&O coverage ($2,000)
Statewide in District of Columbia. A $2,000 bond, issued instantly online.
District of Columbia Notary Bond without E&O coverage ($2,000)
Statewide in District of Columbia. A $2,000 bond, issued instantly online.
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