Surety bonds • Kansas
Kansas Public Works Bonds (K.S.A. 60-1111): Requirements and Claims
Under K.S.A. 60-1111, contractors on Kansas public works contracts over $100,000 must give a bond of at least the full contract price, guaranteeing payment for labor, materials, equipment, and supplies. The bond is filed with the clerk of the district court, and suits must be brought within six months of completion.
This guide covers the bond, who it protects, filing, claims, and cost. Blake Insurance Group is an independent agency and does not give legal advice; a licensed agent can help contractors set up bonding.
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The bond requirement
| Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| Threshold | Public contracts over $100,000 |
| Amount | Not less than the total contract sum |
| Condition | Contractor and subcontractors pay for labor, materials, equipment, and supplies |
| Filing | Clerk of the district court in the county of the work |
Source: K.S.A. 60-1111.
Claims and liens
- Anyone owed for labor or materials, or their assigns, may sue on the bond.
- Once the bond is filed, no lien attaches, and earlier-filed liens are discharged.
- No action may be brought more than six months after completion.
- On state contracts, a certificate of deposit payable to the state may be accepted instead, with claims made to the director of purchases.
Source: K.S.A. 60-1111.
Who the bond protects
The bond protects workers, subcontractors, and suppliers who are not paid. Public owners often also require a performance bond. See our performance bond and payment bond guides.
How much Kansas contract bonds cost
Contract bonds are priced as a percentage of the bond amount, commonly about 0.5% to 3% based on the contractor’s finances and experience (NASBP).
Kansas public works bond FAQs
When is a bond required on Kansas public works?
On public contracts over $100,000.
How much is the Kansas public works bond?
At least the full contract price.
How long do I have to sue on a Kansas public works bond?
Six months from completion of the improvement.
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