Maryland § 17-103
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 17-103, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-103.
(a) (1) Before a public body awards a construction contract exceeding the small procurement amount specified in § 13–109 of this article for construction, the contractor shall provide payment security and performance security that meet the requirements of § 17–104 of this subtitle.
(2) The security shall be:
(i) for performance security, in an amount that the public body considers adequate for its protection; and
(ii) for payment security, at least 50% of the total amount payable under the contract.
(b) A public body, other than the State or a unit of the State government, may require payment security or performance security for a construction contract if:
(1) the contract exceeds $100,000 but does not exceed the small procurement amount specified in § 13–109 of this article; and
(2) the amount of the security does not exceed 50% of the contract amount.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 17-103
What does Maryland Code § 17-103 cover?
Section 17-103 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 17-103?
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