Procurement glossary

Performance bond

A guarantee (often 5–10% of contract value) that compensates the buyer if the winning contractor fails to perform.

In depth

A performance bond, issued by a bank or surety, secures delivery. It is a condition precedent to many contracts and sits alongside advance-payment and bid bonds.

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