Bond Programs / Resolving Disputes

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Resolving disputes: How bonds can help

Are bonds required by state law?

Yes, they are required for all public works projects.

What type of construction bonds does HISD require?

A payment bond is required for any project $25,000 or greater. A performance bond is required for any project $100,000 or greater.

How do I know if a contractor is bonded?

Request for payment and/or performance bonds should be made to the Risk Management Department at 713-556-9225.

Does HISD offer payment dispute assistance to contractors and subcontractors?

Yes, contact the Business Assistance Department at 713-556-7273.

How does the dispute assistance process work?

Contact the HISD Business Assistance Department to speak with a Supplier Diversity representative.
Provide HISD representative with all pertinent information, such as contract details and pay applications.
Meetings may be scheduled by the district so contractors can respond to disputes and remedy problems.
If disputes are not settled to the satisfaction of the parties, Business Assistance may refer the dispute to HISD Legal and/or the Office of the Inspector General for further course of action and/or recommendation.
A written record of all disputes will be placed in vendor(s) file with Procurement Services.

Can I file a lien against HISD for unpaid labor and materials?

No, HISD is a public entity and liens cannot be made against government agencies. This is why HISD requires bonds.

Can I make a claim against a contractor’s surety bond?

Yes, contact HISD Risk Management Department at 713-556-9225 for a copy.

Do you offer “How to do Business with HISD” workshops?

Yes, we offer workshops on the first Monday of each month beginning at 8:30 AM, in the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center, Level 1 Conference Room 1E02, 4400 West 18th Street, Houston, TX 77092-8501. For more information, call Linda McKeehan at (713) 556-7273.

PLEASE NOTE - If a holiday occurs on the first Monday of the month, our workshop will be offered the following Monday.