A
Performance Guarantee is typically arranged before the start of the Contract, when the relationship between parties is good. In contrast, calls on
Performance Guarantees are usually made after negotiations fail and communication has broken down. It’s little wonder that demands on
Performance Guarantees are frequently opposed and challenged.
If the Contractor doesn’t complete the project, or if the work is not up to the promised quality, the Employer can make a claim against the surety company that issued the
Guarantee. The surety company will investigate, and if they find that the Contractor did fail to perform, they will award damages to the Employer in line with the cost of the Contractor’s failure.
Of course, the Contractor doesn’t get off scot free. They will then have to pay the surety company back in full.
The cost of a
Performance Guarantee is based on a variety of factors, including the scope of the
Contract Works and the Contractor’s creditworthiness (the surety company will want to make sure the Contractor can pay back the
guarantee amount if necessary).
Even though all this may sound complicated, A
Performance Guarantees is not too difficult to get. We’d be happy to answer any questions you may have and to walk you through the application process. Just
complete this form and we’ll get in touch.
