Surety
What Is Agreement to Bond?
An Agreement to Bond is a surety’s written commitment, provided at bid time, confirming it will issue the required performance and payment bonds if the contractor wins the contract. Owners often require it with a bid as proof that the contractor can be bonded for the job.
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Reviewed by Roughley Insurance Brokers Ltd. — licensed Ontario insurance brokers since 1945. Last updated May 30, 2026. ← Back to the glossary