Suboptimal Bond Type Selection
Definition
Bond fees range from 0.50% to 5.00% of face value per annum, depending on bond type, risk profile, and underwriter relationship. Inexperienced procurement decisions can result in 300-400% cost variance.
Key Findings
- Financial Impact: AUD 2,500-15,000 per contract (estimated overcharge on bond premiums due to suboptimal type selection or poor rate negotiation)
- Frequency: Per contract; compounds across portfolio
- Root Cause: Lack of in-house surety expertise; inadequate comparison of bond types and underwriter panels
Why This Matters
The Pitch: Australian construction firms overpay 0.5%-3% on bond premiums (AUD 2,500-15,000 per AUD 5M bond) by selecting wrong bond types or negotiating poorly. Expert placement reduces rates by 20-40%.
Affected Stakeholders
Procurement Manager, Finance Director, Insurance/Risk Manager, Contract Manager
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Methodology & Sources
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Related Business Risks
Bond Issuance Processing Delays
Bond Certificate Non-Compliance or Expiry
Delayed Retainage Release – Cash Flow Drag
Retention Trust Account Non-Compliance – Statutory Fines & Imprisonment
Disputed Retainage Release – Contingent Conditions & Voided 'Pay When Paid' Clauses
Manual Retainage Documentation & Tracking – Administrative Overhead & Error Risk
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