Design-Build Payment Bond - 472

ConsensusDocs 472 is a standard payment bond form crafted specifically for design-build project delivery. It stands as the only industry-standard bond document that explicitly addresses surety concerns unique to design-build projects, including potential surety costs related to design services provided by Design Professionals under the Design-Builder’s scope of work.

In a traditional design-bid-build model, payment bonds typically cover only construction-related payments to subcontractors and material suppliers. However, in a design-build arrangement, where the Design-Builder is responsible for both design and construction, additional complexities arise. The ConsensusDocs 472 payment bond recognizes these complexities and extends surety responsibilities to include payment protections tied to design services—a critical need in integrated project delivery.

This bond protects subcontractors, suppliers, and Design Professionals by ensuring they are paid for their services, including those tied to architectural or engineering work. As such, this document is especially important when the Design-Builder does not directly perform design services but hires licensed professionals to carry them out.

Key Features of ConsensusDocs 472:

• Design-Build Specific Liability: Addresses unique risks and responsibilities that arise when design and construction are combined under a single contract.
• Coverage for Design Services: Provides security for payment claims related to design work, not just construction labor or materials.
• Collaborative Industry Development: Created through collaboration among major industry stakeholders including owners, contractors, and sureties.
• Comprehensive Payment Protection: Ensures fair payment to all parties contributing to the project, enhancing trust and transparency.

Who Should Use This Bond?

Owners, Design-Builders, subcontractors, and design professionals involved in design-build projects should consider using ConsensusDocs 472 to safeguard payment obligations across all project phases. This bond offers a higher level of protection by covering both construction and professional design services, reflecting the integrated nature of modern design-build delivery systems.

Whether you’re managing a complex federal design-build contract or a private commercial project, ConsensusDocs 472 provides the comprehensive legal coverage needed to promote fair payment practices and reduce disputes.