SURETY BONDS

Driving Growth Through Expertise and Industry Leadership

We don’t just place contract and commercial surety bonds, we shape strategies that fuel your success. Our national surety practice combines deep industry expertise and leading market access with tailored solutions that align with your financial and operational goals.

Backed by decades of experience and active participation in key industry associations, we bring insights and advocacy that keep you ahead of the curve. Whether you’re navigating complex projects or expanding internationally, EPIC delivers the confidence, capacity, and connections you need to grow.

Why Choose EPIC for Surety Bonds

National Market Access

Long standing relationships with leading contract and commercial surety markets so you get competitive terms and reliable capacity.

Industry Specific Expertise

Dedicated teams in an array of fields and industries.

Strategic Program Design

We evaluate your operational profile, bond requirements, and workflows to engineer the right structure for growth.

Aggressive Negotiation

Pre-determined market approach, clear program terms, and expectations to deliver better pricing and flexibility.

End to End Service

Underwriting strategy and bond issuance, claims advisory and ongoing relationship management.

Financial Insight and Private Equity Knowledge

Our approach combines deep financial insight with private equity expertise to design bond programs that support your strategic objectives.
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Industries We Serve

We place bid, performance and payment, and license and permit bonds for general, trade, and specialty contractors. EPIC performs rigorous financial and underwriting analysis to negotiate favorable terms and ensure you’re bonded for success on every project.

From plugging and abandonment bonds for operators to post‑closure bonds for refiners, our team partners with leading and niche underwriters to support high‑risk obligations across oil, gas, coal, and alternative energy sectors, including solar and wind.

Financial institutions leverage bonds to meet regulatory obligations, reduce collateral costs, and enhance credit capacity. EPIC has secured $4B+ in client capacity and understands the unique underwriting needs of banks and financial platforms.

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Healthcare organizations face complex compliance and operational risk. EPIC’s healthcare surety experts deliver specialized knowledge and national reach to optimize bonding capacity and accelerate approvals. No other national broker offers a team that is exclusively focused on healthcare surety solutions.

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Private equity-backed firms rely on EPIC’s deep financial expertise to structure surety programs that align with investment goals, strengthen stability, maximize bonding capacity, and support complex ownership models.

Customs brokers and importers rely on EPIC for responsive placement and automation that streamlines workflows and accelerates clearances. Our Bond Expedite Team ensures continuous bonds are filed accurately and quickly, resulting in increased profitability.

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We help haulers and recyclers use surety bonds to secure hauling contract obligations and dump fee requirements, often in lieu of letters of credit, to free up cash and improve flexibility. Our team is well versed in industry-specific bond requirements in waste and heavily involved in local industry associations.

Comprehensive Bond Types

Contract Surety

  • Bid
  • Performance & Payment
  • Contractor License & Permit
  • Wage & Welfare (Union)
  • Highway & Street Permit
  • Release of Mechanic’s Lien
  • Subdivision
  • Maintenance / Warranty

Commercial Surety

  • Self Insurer Workers’ Compensation
  • Bonds in Lieu of Insurance Deductibles
  • License & Permit
  • Tax
  • Non Construction Performance
  • Utility & Lease Deposit
  • Court (Appeal, Replevin, Injunction)
  • Probate
  • Environmental
  • Notary Bonds / Notary Errors & Omissions
  • Public Official
  • Business Service / Dishonesty
  • Family & Medical Leave
  • Title
  • Mortgage Broker
  • Agribusiness
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Replace Letters of Credit with Bonds

Surety bonds can free up cash, reduce collateral requirements, and expand your credit capacity compared to traditional letters of credit (LOC). EPIC structures bond solutions that keep liquidity available for growth and operations without compromising protection.

  • Free Up Cash: Shift collateral from LOCs to bonds.
  • Enhance Capacity: Broaden your ability to take on work.
  • Reduce Friction: Improve terms and administration.

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What to Expect from EPIC

  • Experience: Complex negotiation among legal advisors, lenders, and trustees during disputes, restructurings, and bankruptcies.
  • Team: Flat organizational structure that assembles the best talent for your industry, regardless of location.
  • Process: Workflow analysis and customized service plans —including transitioning of large programs.
  • Structure: Co surety and financing expertise to expand capacity.
  • Expertise: Deep familiarity with surety companies, construction firms, engineering consultancies, and accounting practices.
  • Claims Management: Robust, responsive support to resolve issues and keep projects moving.

FAQs

What financial information do sureties typically require?

Expect recently audited or reviewed financial statements, work in progress reports, backlog, banking relationships, and details on ownership/management. EPIC helps you prepare a clean underwriting package.

How fast can bonds be issued?

Routine bonds are often processed quickly through our web-based system, while more complex or higher-limit requests may require additional underwriting. We keep you informed every step of the way.

What factors influence bond capacity and rates?

Financial strength, track record, project size, contract terms, and risk profile all matter. EPIC’s market access and underwriting strategy help optimize both capacity and pricing.

How is EPIC involved in industry associations?

We leverage strong, strategic relationships with premier industry associations including the National Association of Surety Bond Producers (NASBP) and the American Subcontractors Association (ASA). Our active involvement in these partnerships allow us to stay at the forefront of industry trends and leverage deep expertise and connections, delivering personalized solutions for our clients.

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At EPIC, service comes first. Every bond request matters because every client need is unique. There are no small bonds, only the right bonds for your business. Let’s connect to explore your goals and deliver tailored solutions that help you thrive.

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