| Washington State House of Representatives |
BILL ANALYSIS |
| Transportation Committee | |
SB 5208
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
Brief Description: Regarding bond amounts for certain department of transportation highway construction contracts.
Sponsors: Senators Swecker, Marr and Haugen.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 3/28/07
Staff: Jeff Olsen (786-7157).
Background:
Whenever a public body contracts with a person or corporation to do work for the state, that
person is required to obtain a surety bond. The surety bond guarantees the person will perform
all of the provisions of the contract. If a contractor does not complete a project as specified in his
or her contract, the issuer of the performance bond becomes liable for completing the project or
for financial compensation. The Department of Transportation (DOT) currently requires all
contractors to secure a performance bond for an amount equal to 100 percent of the contract
value on a project.
Summary of Bill:
The Department of Transportation must establish surety bond requirements for highway
construction projects costing $80 million or more at an amount to protect 100 percent of the
state's exposure to loss. The amount of the bond must not be less that $80 million.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.