Surety bonds

Maryland surety bonds.

The contractor and commercial bonds we arrange in Maryland. Pick a bond to see what it's for, who requires it and how to apply.

Contract bondFreeRequired by state law

Maryland Bid Bond

Maryland state procurement law requires bid security of at least 5% of the bid on state construction contracts above the small procurement amount.

Contract bond3%, $250 minRequired by state law

Maryland Performance & Payment Bond

Maryland's Little Miller Act requires payment security and performance security before a public body awards a construction contract above the small procurement amount.

License bondRequired by state law

Maryland Contractor License Bond

Maryland home improvement contractor applicants who cannot show the required financial solvency may file a $30,000 surety bond with the Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC).

Court and release bondRequired by state law

Maryland Mechanic's Lien Discharge Bond

In Maryland, the court order on a mechanic's lien petition states the amount of a bond the owner may file to release the land and building from the lien.

Development bond3%, $250 minSet by cities and counties

Maryland Subdivision Bond

Maryland counties and cities set subdivision improvement security in their own codes. For example, Washington County has the developer sign a Public Works Agreement backed by a performance bond to the County Commissioners, guaranteeing the subdivision infrastructure is built under County Policy S-3.

Contract bondSet by cities and counties

Maryland Maintenance Bond

No Maryland statute requires a maintenance bond statewide. Counties set them for public infrastructure they take over; for example, Washington County requires a maintenance bond that covers repair of damage from faulty materials or workmanship after it conditionally accepts subdivision infrastructure. On other jobs the contract sets it.

Permit bondRequired by state law

Maryland Right-of-Way Bond

Work on Maryland state highways needs an MDOT State Highway Administration permit, and access permit applications call for a bond, letter of credit or certified check.

Permit bondSet by cities and counties

Maryland Permit Bond

Maryland has no statewide permit bond; counties set them. Montgomery County's Department of Permitting Services requires a bond for demolition, sediment control and public right-of-way permits, posted before the construction permit is issued.

Contract bondSet by the contract

Maryland Supply Bond

No Maryland statute requires supply bonds. Under COMAR 21.06.07.10, a state procurement officer may require a performance bond on a supply, service or maintenance contract expected to exceed the small procurement amount; for construction contracts it is required.

Court and release bondNot used in this state

Maryland Stop Payment Notice Release Bond

Maryland does not have a stop payment notice procedure. Unpaid contractors and suppliers use mechanic's liens on private projects and payment bonds on public construction contracts (Md. Code, State Fin. & Proc. § 17-103).

Commercial bondNot used in this state

Maryland Notary Bond

Maryland does not require a notary bond. Notaries are commissioned for four-year terms through the Secretary of State. A 2011 bill (HB 894) that would have added a $1,000 notary bond did not become law.

Federal bondFrom $2,250/yrRequired by federal law

Maryland 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.

More Maryland bonds

License, permit and business bonds in Maryland.

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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License$100/yr

Baltimore County, MD Auctioneer Bond ($5,000)

Baltimore County, MD. A $5,000 bond, issued instantly online.

Vehicle$100/yr

Baltimore County, MD Trespass Towing Bond ($20,000)

Baltimore County, MD. A $20,000 bond, issued instantly online.

License0.5%, $100 min

Calvert County, MD Contractor License Bond

Calvert County, MD. The agency sets the amount, issued instantly online.

License$100/yr

Calvert County, MD Sewage Disposal Installer Bond ($10,000)

Calvert County, MD. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.

License$100/yr

Caroline County, MD Plumbing Bond ($2,000)

Caroline County, MD. A $2,000 bond, issued instantly online.

License$100/yr

Carroll County, MD Plumbing and Utility Contractor Bond ($2,500)

Carroll County, MD. A $2,500 bond, issued instantly online.

License$100/yr

Cecil County, MD Auctioneer license Bond ($5,000)

Cecil County, MD. A $5,000 bond, issued instantly online.

License$100/yr

City of Annapolis, MD Sidewalk Sign Indemnity - CORPORATE Bond ($10,000)

City of Annapolis, MD. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.

License$100/yr

City of Annapolis, MD Sidewalk Sign Indemnity - INDIVIDUAL Bond ($10,000)

City of Annapolis, MD. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.

License$250/yr

City of Baltimore, MD Auctioneer License Bond ($25,000)

City of Baltimore, MD. A $25,000 bond, issued instantly online.

Permit$100/yr

City of Baltimore, MD Credit Hauling Bond ($10,000)

City of Baltimore, MD. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.

Permit$100/yr

City of Baltimore, MD Drain Layers Bond ($10,000)

City of Baltimore, MD. A $10,000 bond, issued instantly online.

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