Procurement glossary

Bid bond / EMD

A deposit or guarantee that keeps a bidder committed to their offer; forfeited if they withdraw or refuse to sign.

In depth

A bid bond (or earnest money deposit) deters frivolous bids and protects the buyer if a winner backs out. It is refunded to unsuccessful bidders.

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