- Christian Collins
Construction Bonds and the Little Miller Act by State
The Little Miller Act is a state law that requires contractors to obtain a performance and payment bond before beginning work on public construction projects. The bond provides a guarantee that the contractor will fulfill their obligations under the contract and pay their subcontractors, laborers, and suppliers for work performed and materials supplied. Here is a breakdown of each state's Little Miller Act and the threshold for bonding:
It is important to note that the information provided below may be subject to change, and it is always recommended to consult the specific state's Little Miller Act for the most up-to-date information regarding bonding requirements.
Alabama: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.
Alaska: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Arizona: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Arkansas: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $20,000.
California: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $25,000.
Colorado: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.
Connecticut: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Delaware: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Florida: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Georgia: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Hawaii: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $25,000.
Idaho: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.
Illinois: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.
Indiana: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $150,000.
Iowa: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Kansas: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Kentucky: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $250,000.
Louisiana: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Maine: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Maryland: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Massachusetts: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $150,000.
Michigan: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.
Minnesota: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Mississippi: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Missouri: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Montana: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.
Nebraska: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Nevada: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
New Hampshire: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
New Jersey: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
New Mexico: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
New York: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $500,000.
North Carolina: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $300,000.
North Dakota: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Ohio: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $250,000.
Oklahoma: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.
Oregon: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Pennsylvania: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Rhode Island: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
South Carolina: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
South Dakota: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Tennessee: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Texas: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Utah: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.
Vermont: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Virginia: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $500,000.
Washington: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $150,000.
West Virginia: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
Wisconsin: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.
Wyoming: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.
