What Is a Massachusetts Highway/Street Permit Two-Year Expire Bond?

A Massachusetts Highway/Street Permit Two-Year Expire Bond is a surety bond required by MassDOT or local municipalities for contractors working on public roads. It acts as a financial guarantee that contractors will:

• Follow all Massachusetts and local regulations for road and street work

• Restore roads, sidewalks, and public property to their original condition after work is completed

• Cover any damages to streets, highways, underground utilities, or public infrastructure

Since this bond has a two-year expiration, it remains valid for 24 months before requiring renewal to continue working under the permit.

Who Needs This Bond?

You may need a Massachusetts Highway/Street Permit Two-Year Expire Bond if you:

• Perform construction, excavation, or roadwork on state or local roads

• Install or repair underground utilities, such as water, sewer, gas, or electric lines

• Require a permit from MassDOT or a city/town authority to work on streets or highways

• Are a contractor, developer, or engineering firm involved in roadway projects

Most municipalities require this bond before issuing permits, ensuring that contractors restore public roads and infrastructure properly after completing their work.

How Does This Bond Work?

A Massachusetts Highway/Street Permit Two-Year Expire Bond involves three key parties:

• Principal – The contractor or construction company obtaining the bond

• Obligee – The state, city, or town requiring the bond

• Surety – The bonding company that issues the bond and guarantees financial backing

How Claims Work:

If a contractor fails to restore roadways, causes damage, or violates permit conditions, a claim can be filed against the bond.

• The surety investigates the claim

• If valid, the surety compensates the government or affected party up to the bond amount

• The contractor must then repay the surety for any claims paid

This bond protects taxpayers and municipalities by ensuring that contractors take financial responsibility for their work.

Why Is This Bond Required?

From my experience, this bond is essential for ensuring public road safety and accountability. Key benefits include:

• Regulatory Compliance – Ensures contractors follow MassDOT and municipal regulations

• Financial Protection – Covers damages to streets, sidewalks, and underground utilities

• Public Safety – Guarantees that roadwork is completed properly to prevent hazards

• Infrastructure Restoration – Prevents cities and towns from paying for contractor-related damages

Without this bond, contractors may not be able to obtain a permit for road or street work.

How to Obtain a Massachusetts Highway/Street Permit Two-Year Expire Bond

Getting this bond is simple and fast when working with a trusted surety provider:

• Confirm Bond Amount – Bond amounts vary based on permit requirements

• Apply for the Bond – Submit an application with a surety bond provider

• Underwriting Review – The surety evaluates your financial history and business stability

• Pay the Premium – If approved, you’ll pay a small percentage of the bond amount (typically 1-5% of the total bond value)

• Receive & Submit Your Bond – Your bond is issued and filed with MassDOT or the local permitting authority

Since this bond expires after two years, it must be renewed to maintain compliance.