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eBonds Issued
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Industry experience
Zero
Cost to public agencies
Instant
Bond Verification
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Used by public agencies nationwide.
Why Are Public Agencies Choosing eBonds?
Paper bonds introduce the very risk they're supposed to eliminate. eBonds close every gap.
Instant Verification Confirm
bond authenticity in seconds — no calls to the surety, no manual review. Every eBond is verified at the moment it's issued by a pre-vetted carrier.
Tamper-Evident Records
Digital signatures, encryption, and a permanent audit trail. Every action and timestamp is recorded and cannot be altered after execution.
Permanently Accessible
Bond records are permanently accessible to authorized parties at any time — never lost, misfiled, or destroyed.
Audit-Ready By Default
Every eBond includes a complete chain of custody. If your agency faces a bond dispute or fraud inquiry, the record speaks for itself.
Pre-Vetted Network
Every surety company, bonding agent, and attorney-in-fact on Surety2000 is authenticated before they can issue a bond. Trust is built in — not assumed.
Legal And Enforceable
Fully compliant under UETA and E-Sign Act. Same legal standing as paper — and significantly greater evidentiary value.
The Risk Of Paper Bonds
A bond is meant to reduce risk.
Why accept one that introduces more?
When a paper bond fails, it doesn't just fail the project — it fails the agency. Procurement officials are accountable custodians of public funds. Uncertainty is not an option.
Fraud Risk
Paper bonds can be forged, altered, or issued by unauthorized agents — and often look identical to legitimate bonds until it's too late.
Loss Of Record
Physical documents get lost, misfiled, or destroyed. If a bond can't be located when a claim arises, the protection it was meant to provide disappears.
Verification Gaps
Manual verification relies on calls to sureties that can take days. During a busy bid opening, errors happen and suspect bonds slip through.
Be Sure.
Peace of mind for public agencies.
What is the meaning of eBond vs. Paper Bond?
An eBond isn't just a digitized document — it's a fundamentally stronger instrument.
Key Differences | Paper Bond | Surety2000 eBond |
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Executed & delivered | ✕ in Days | ✓ in Minutes |
Can be forged or altered | ✕ Yes — a serious risk | ✓ Encrypted and tamper-evident |
Verification method | ✕ Manual call (days) | ✓ Instant electronic verification |
Surety authentication | ✕ Assumed | ✓ Pre-vetted at issuance |
Permanent audit trail | ✕ None | ✓ Every action timestamped |
Risk of loss or misfiling | ✕ High | ✓ Permanently accessible |
Legal enforceability | ✕ Varies (paper-dependent) | ✓ UETA & E-Sign compliant |
How It Works For Your Agency
Surety2000 connects every party in the bond process on one verified platform.
Step 1
Attorney-In-Fact
Issues eBond
An authorized attorney-in-fact issues and executes the eBond through Surety2000 using verified electronic powers of attorney and encrypted digital signatures, then instantly delivers it to the vendor.
Step 2
Vendor/Contractor
Submits
The vendor receives and submits the authenticated eBond instantly — no paper, no delays, no opportunity for alteration in transit.
Step 3
Public Agency
Verifies Instantly
Your agency receives and validates the eBond in seconds — authenticity confirmed, full audit trail attached.
All parties to the bond must register with Surety2000 before a bond can be executed.
What Makes a Surety2000 eBond Legally Enforceable?
eBonds carry the same legal weight as paper — and significantly more evidentiary strength.
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UETA And E-Sign Act: Neither a signature nor a record may be denied legal effect solely because it is in electronic form.
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Mutual Consent At Registration: All parties consent to transact electronically at registration — a documented, auditable agreement.
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Secure Retention And Access: All parties maintain access to bond records via a secure web-based platform, satisfying retention requirements.
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Digital Signatures And Audit Log: All parties digitally sign with an electronic audit log of every action — unalterable and defensible in any dispute.
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Unalterable After Execution: Documents and signatures are saved in a secure manner that cannot be modified after execution.
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Unique Bond Number: Every eBond carries a unique identifier that cannot be duplicated, preventing reuse or counterfeiting.
What users experience on Surety2000
Is there a cost to public agencies to use Surety2000?
No. Registration and use of Surety2000 are completely free for public agencies.
There are no contracts, fees, or ongoing costs to accept and verify electronic bonds.
How do we get started?
Getting started is simple. Register your agency and our team will help configure your bond forms and walk you through the process.
Most agencies are up and running quickly with minimal effort.
Do we need to change our current process?
No. Surety2000 integrates into your existing procurement workflow.
Whether you accept bids electronically or manually, you can begin accepting verified eBonds without disrupting your process.
Are electronic surety bonds legally valid?
Yes. Electronic bonds are legally valid in all 50 states under the UETA and ESIGN Act.
Surety2000 eBonds meet industry standards and are widely accepted by public agencies nationwide.
Are eBonds accepted for all bond types?
Yes. Surety2000 support all contract bond types.
All can be accepted electronically
Do we need to update our bid specifications?
In most cases, only minor updates are needed to allow for electronic bond submission.
Our team can provide recommended language and assist with implementation.
How does Surety2000 prevent bond fraud?
Each bond is secured with:
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A unique bond number on every page
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Encrypted digital signatures (PKI)
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A QR code linking to the original bond record
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A complete audit trail
This ensures the bond cannot be altered, forged, or reused without detection.
What risks does this eliminate compared to paper bonds?
Electronic bonds eliminate common risks such as:
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Forged signatures
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Altered bond amounts or project details
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Reused or invalid Powers of Attorney
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Lost or delayed documents
You gain immediate visibility and confidence in every bond submitted.
How does Surety2000 prevent bond fraud?
In most cases, only minor updates are needed to allow for electronic bond submission.
Our team can provide recommended language and assist with implementation.
How are bonds submitted with bids?
Bonds can be submitted directly through integrated bidding/contract management platforms or uploaded as a secure, verified PDF.
Can contractors print and resubmit bonds?
No. Printing and rescanning invalidates the bond’s security features.
Agencies should require submission of the original electronic file to ensure validity.
Can we track and manage bonds in one place?
Yes. Surety2000 allows you to view and manage all bonds associated with your projects in a centralized platform.
Do we receive an audit trail?
Yes. Every bond includes a complete audit trail showing execution details, providing transparency and supporting compliance requirements.
Can ebonds be recorded electronically with the county?
Yes. In supported jurisdictions, bonds can be submitted directly for eRecording and returned as an eCertified document.
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Whether you're evaluating eBonds, planning implementation, or looking to streamline your process, our team is ready to help every step of the way.
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