Washington Bond Claim Notice

• Category: Construction - Contractors - Bonds
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-CONST3
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form may be completed and used by a subcontractor or supplier who has not been fully paid on a project and is seeking payment from the surety (insurer) under the terms of a payment bond. In construction, a payment bond is a bond on the general contractor to ensure payment to subcontractors and suppliers. A Washington Bond Claim Notice is a legal document used to assert a claim against a surety bond regarding a construction project in the state of Washington. This notice is crucial for subcontractors, suppliers, and laborers who have not been paid for the work or materials they have supplied to the project. In Washington, there are two primary types of bond claim notices: the Public Works Bond Claim Notice and the Private Works Bond Claim Notice. The Public Works Bond Claim Notice is utilized when working on public construction projects, which are funded by government entities such as federal, state, or local agencies. On the other hand, the Private Works Bond Claim Notice is used for private construction projects, which are funded by private entities or individuals. When filing a Washington Bond Claim Notice, certain information needs to be included for it to be effective. First, it must contain the claimant's name, address, phone number, and email address. The notice should also identify the general contractor and provide their contact information. Additionally, the notice must specify the nature of the labor, materials, or services provided, along with the total amount owed. It is vital to ensure accuracy and completeness in detailing this information to avoid any potential disputes or challenges to the claim. A Washington Bond Claim Notice must be sent within a specific timeframe to maintain its legal validity. For public works projects, the notice should be served within thirty days after the last day the claimant provided labor or materials unless a notice of completion or acceptance has been filed. In such cases, it must be filed within thirty days of the notice being recorded or posted. For private works projects, the notice needs to be served within ninety days from the date the claimant last furnished labor or materials. While the contents and deadlines vary slightly for public and private works projects, it is crucial for claimants to timely file their bond claim notices according to the specific requirements outlined by Washington state law. By doing so, claimants can protect their rights and ensure the possibility of recovering unpaid amounts from the bond held by the surety for the project.

A Washington Bond Claim Notice is a legal document used to assert a claim against a surety bond regarding a construction project in the state of Washington. This notice is crucial for subcontractors, suppliers, and laborers who have not been paid for the work or materials they have supplied to the project. In Washington, there are two primary types of bond claim notices: the Public Works Bond Claim Notice and the Private Works Bond Claim Notice. The Public Works Bond Claim Notice is utilized when working on public construction projects, which are funded by government entities such as federal, state, or local agencies. On the other hand, the Private Works Bond Claim Notice is used for private construction projects, which are funded by private entities or individuals. When filing a Washington Bond Claim Notice, certain information needs to be included for it to be effective. First, it must contain the claimant's name, address, phone number, and email address. The notice should also identify the general contractor and provide their contact information. Additionally, the notice must specify the nature of the labor, materials, or services provided, along with the total amount owed. It is vital to ensure accuracy and completeness in detailing this information to avoid any potential disputes or challenges to the claim. A Washington Bond Claim Notice must be sent within a specific timeframe to maintain its legal validity. For public works projects, the notice should be served within thirty days after the last day the claimant provided labor or materials unless a notice of completion or acceptance has been filed. In such cases, it must be filed within thirty days of the notice being recorded or posted. For private works projects, the notice needs to be served within ninety days from the date the claimant last furnished labor or materials. While the contents and deadlines vary slightly for public and private works projects, it is crucial for claimants to timely file their bond claim notices according to the specific requirements outlined by Washington state law. By doing so, claimants can protect their rights and ensure the possibility of recovering unpaid amounts from the bond held by the surety for the project.