Massachusetts Demand For Sureties is a requirement imposed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that requires an individual or business to post a surety bond when doing business with the state. The purpose of the bond is to guarantee the performance of the obligations of the individual or business to the state. There are three different types of Massachusetts Demand For Sureties: Bid Bonds, Performance Bonds, and Payment Bonds. Bid Bonds guarantee that the bidder will enter into a contract with the state if their bid is accepted. Performance Bonds guarantee that the contractor will fulfill their obligations as outlined in the contract. Payment Bonds guarantee that the contractor will pay all labor and material costs associated with the project.