A surety bond is a three-party written agreement by which one party (the surety) guarantees another party (the obligee) that a third party (the principal) will perform according to the bond, statute, contract or other obligation.
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For nearly a century, Merchants Bonding Company has honed its expertise in providing contract and commercial surety bonds, offering first class service and a common sense underwriting approach.
Merchants Bonding Company is dedicated not only to ensuring our associates have opportunities for growth, but actively encouraging and supporting that growth. We believe providing the right tools and resources within an inclusive culture allows associates to perform at their highest level.
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Merchants Bonding Company™ was named 2025 Live United Champion by the United Way of Central Iowa. This award recognizes organizations that have shown outstanding… read more
Merchants Bonding Company maintained its ranking as the 8th largest surety bond provider in the United States, according to the 2024 Surety Market Share Report released by… read more
Merchants Bonding advocated for surety protections at the NASBP/SFAA Legislative Fly-In, pushing for bonding on WIFIA projects to protect taxpayers and ensure project… read more
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Merchants Bonding Company is proud to announce the recipient and runners-up of the 2024 Shining Star Award. This award holds special significance at Merchants, as it… read more
Merchants Bonding Company has been recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents for the third consecutive year. This designation highlights the company's commitment to… read more
Groundbreaking innovation and contributions to the insurance industry have earned Merchants Bonding Company The Institutes RiskStream Collaborative’s 2024 Innovator Award.… read more
The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce is celebrating 100 years of impactful investments in their thriving community. As a member of the Chamber’s President’s Council,… read more
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