Illinois IBEW Local No. 196 Wage and Union Dues Bond
Overview
Electrical contractors working under agreements with IBEW Local No. 196 in Illinois must guarantee that wages and union dues are paid in full and on time. This bond puts a financial backstop behind those obligations, protecting union members and the Local from non-payment. If a covered employer fails to remit what is owed, the bond provides a claims avenue for recovery. It is a direct condition of working under the Local 196 collective bargaining agreement.
Who Needs This Bond?
Employers — typically electrical contractors — who have signed a collective bargaining agreement with IBEW Local No. 196 are the principals on this bond. Any signatory contractor who employs IBEW Local 196 members in Illinois must carry it. If your company was just approved to work under Local 196's agreement, this bond is one of the first requirements you will need to satisfy. It is not optional — the Local will not authorize your workers until the bond is in place.
What is this Bond For?
IBEW Local No. 196 uses this bond to secure two specific obligations: payment of wages to covered workers and remittance of union dues to the Local. Without this guarantee, union members would have no bonded recourse if a contractor skipped payroll or stopped forwarding dues deductions. The bond gives the Local standing to file a claim and recover those funds directly. It keeps the financial commitments of the collective bargaining agreement enforceable.
When is it Required?
Signing or renewing a collective bargaining agreement with IBEW Local No. 196 is the moment this bond becomes mandatory. The Local requires it before your workforce can be dispatched under the agreement. It is not a one-time requirement — if the bond is cancelled or expires, your authority to employ Local 196 members can be suspended immediately. Contractors must keep continuous coverage for as long as they operate under the Local's jurisdiction.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond is specific to employers operating under the jurisdiction of IBEW Local No. 196, which covers its designated territory in Illinois. It is not a state-issued license bond and is not filed with any Illinois state agency. Coverage is tied to the Local's collective bargaining agreement and applies wherever Local 196 members are dispatched to work.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' on this page to open the secure surety portal in a new tab. Enter your contractor information, complete the application, and follow the steps to get your bond issued. Once approved, your bond documents are available digitally so you can deliver proof to Local 196 without delay.
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