Illinois surety bonds.
The contractor and commercial bonds we arrange in Illinois. Pick a bond to see what it's for, who requires it and how to apply.
Illinois Bid Bond
On Illinois Department of Transportation road and bridge lettings, each bid must include a proposal guaranty under Article 102.09 of IDOT's Standard Specifications: a bid bond on the department's form, or a cashier's or certified check. The bid bond is for 5% of the total bid price, or the lower amount in the Article 102.09 schedule.
Illinois Performance & Payment Bond
The Illinois Public Construction Bond Act, 30 ILCS 550, requires a bond covering completion of the work and payment for labor and materials on public works. Until January 1, 2029 the threshold is contracts over $150,000; after that it returns to over $50,000.
Illinois Contractor License Bond
Illinois has no statewide general contractor license, but roofing contractors licensed by IDFPR under the Roofing Industry Licensing Act, 225 ILCS 335, must keep a continuous surety bond on file. The bond is $10,000 for a limited license and $25,000 for an unlimited license.
Illinois Mechanic's Lien Discharge Bond
Section 38.1 of the Illinois Mechanics Lien Act, 770 ILCS 60/38.1, lets an interested party ask the court to substitute a surety bond for the property as security for a lien claim. The bond must be 175% of the lien claim.
Illinois Subdivision Bond
Illinois municipalities approve subdivision plats under 65 ILCS 5/11-12-8, which covers plat approval and bonds for improvements. Each city or county sets the bond amount in its own ordinance.
Illinois Maintenance Bond
The Illinois Public Construction Bond Act (30 ILCS 550/1) requires a bond on public works over a set value, conditioned on completing the contract and paying for labor and materials. It does not require a separate maintenance or warranty bond; when used, the contract or local rules set it.
Illinois Right-of-Way Bond
The Illinois Department of Transportation may require a surety bond with a highway permit for work on state highway right-of-way. IDOT sets the amount based on the possible damage to the highway.
Illinois Permit Bond
Illinois has no statewide general permit bond. Counties and cities set their own; for example, the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways requires a $20,000 bond, plus insurance, before it issues individual highway permits.
Illinois Supply Bond
The Illinois Public Construction Bond Act (30 ILCS 550/1) applies to public works construction, not supply purchases. Supply bonds are set by the purchase contract or bid documents.
Illinois Stop Payment Notice Release Bond
Illinois has no stop payment notice by that name. On public jobs, an unpaid subcontractor or supplier can claim a lien on public funds still owed to the contractor by notifying the public body (770 ILCS 60/23); a statutory bond to release those funds was not confirmed. Liens on private property can be replaced by a court-approved bond of 175% of the claim (770 ILCS 60/38.1).
Illinois Notary Bond
Illinois notaries must file a $5,000 surety bond with a 4-year term under 5 ILCS 312/2-105. Notaries who perform remote or electronic notarizations need an added $25,000 bond.
Illinois 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 Illinois.
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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City of Aledo, IL Contractor License Bond ($10,000)
City of Aledo, IL. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Aurora, IL General Excavating / Paving / Concrete Bond ($20,000)
City of Aurora, IL. A $20,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Aurora, IL Right of Way Permit Bond ($20,000)
City of Aurora, IL. A $20,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Batavia, IL Contractor License Bond ($10,000)
City of Batavia, IL. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Batavia, IL Excavation Contractor Bond ($10,000)
City of Batavia, IL. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Batavia, IL House Mover Bond ($10,000)
City of Batavia, IL. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Batavia, IL Pawnbroker Bond ($1,000)
City of Batavia, IL. A $1,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Belleville, IL Demolition Contractor Bond ($10,000)
City of Belleville, IL. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Belleville, IL HVAC Mechanical (Burner) Contractor Bond ($10,000)
City of Belleville, IL. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Belleville, IL Plumbing Contractor Bond ($10,000)
City of Belleville, IL. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Belleville, IL Raffle Manager Fidelity Bond ($1,000)
City of Belleville, IL. A $1,000 bond, issued instantly online.
City of Belleville, IL Sewer Contractor Bond ($50,000)
City of Belleville, IL. A $50,000 bond, issued instantly online.
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