New Jersey Electric Generation Services or Gas Supply Services Bond
Overview
New Jersey's competitive energy market allows customers to choose their own electric generation or gas supply provider — but those providers may require a surety bond before activating service. This bond fulfills that requirement, replacing a cash deposit that would otherwise be held by the supplier. It guarantees that you, as the customer, will pay for the energy services you receive. Posting this bond gets your account opened without tying up your cash.
Who Needs This Bond?
Residential customers signing up with a third-party electric generation or gas supply company in New Jersey, small business owners switching to a competitive energy supplier, and commercial accounts restoring interrupted service with a licensed NJ supplier all may be required to post this bond. If your chosen electric generation or gas supply provider flagged your account for a security deposit, this bond is the alternative. It applies specifically to customers of competitive energy suppliers — not traditional regulated utility companies.
What is this Bond For?
New Jersey deregulated its energy market, allowing licensed third-party providers to sell electric generation and gas supply services directly to customers. These suppliers carry financial risk when extending service on credit, so they are permitted to require a security deposit. This bond protects the electric generation or gas supply company by guaranteeing payment if the customer defaults on their account. It is not a payment itself — it is a financial guarantee that stands in place of a cash deposit.
When is it Required?
After selecting a competitive electric generation or gas supply provider in New Jersey, customers with a deposit requirement are notified before service begins. At that point — before the account is activated or service is restored — the supplier requests proof of a surety bond in lieu of cash. This bond must be in place prior to service start. Once the bond is issued and submitted to the supplier, the account can proceed.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies statewide across New Jersey, covering any customer who contracts with a licensed competitive electric generation services or gas supply services provider operating in the state. It is not limited to a specific city, county, or utility territory — it follows the NJ competitive energy supplier relationship. Any New Jersey address served by a participating third-party supplier may be subject to this requirement.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' to open the secure surety portal in a new tab. Enter your account and contact information, complete the application, and your bond document is issued electronically. Download and submit it directly to your New Jersey electric generation or gas supply provider to satisfy the deposit requirement.
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