District of Columbia Electricity Suppliers and Marketers Integrity Bond
Overview
Electricity suppliers and marketers operating in the District of Columbia must post a surety bond to demonstrate financial integrity and accountability to the DC energy market. This bond — the DC Electricity Suppliers and Marketers Integrity Bond — is a statewide requirement tied to licensing in the District's competitive electricity market. It protects the interests of the utility and the regulatory structure by guaranteeing that licensed suppliers and marketers fulfill their obligations. If you've been directed to obtain this bond, you're in the right place.
Who Needs This Bond?
Competitive electricity suppliers seeking a retail supplier license in DC, energy marketers brokering electricity to residential or commercial customers in the District, and businesses entering the DC deregulated electricity market all need this bond. Any entity applying for or renewing authority to sell or market electricity in the District of Columbia will encounter this requirement. It applies whether you're a startup supplier or an established energy company expanding into the DC market.
What is this Bond For?
This bond guarantees that licensed electricity suppliers and marketers in the District of Columbia will operate with financial integrity and meet their obligations under DC energy regulations. It protects the utility and the regulatory framework — not the supplier — by providing a financial backstop if the supplier or marketer fails to meet its commitments. If a claim is filed and paid, the bonded principal is responsible for reimbursing the surety. The bond exists to keep the DC competitive electricity market trustworthy and accountable.
When is it Required?
At the point of application for a retail electricity supplier or marketer license in the District of Columbia, regulators will require this bond before your authorization is granted. You'll need it in hand before you can legally sell or market electricity to DC customers. It must remain active for the duration of your license period, and renewal or reinstatement of your license will also require a current, valid bond on file.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies exclusively in the District of Columbia. It is a statewide — or rather, District-wide — requirement under DC's competitive electricity market framework. It does not extend to Maryland, Virginia, or any other jurisdiction, even if your business operates across state lines.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' to open the secure surety portal in a new tab and complete your application. The process is fast, straightforward, and fully digital — no waiting on an agent callback. Once approved, your bond documents are issued and ready to submit to DC regulators.
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