Episode 149 | Cracking the Code: Lending on Bonded Projects

The Mobilization Mindset · Jun 4, 2026 · 25m · transcript

In this episode of The Mobilization Mindset, Scott Peper and Drew Aldridge break down the fundamentals of bonded work, including how contractors get bonded, why sureties matter, and what often prevents growing companies from taking advantage of bonded project opportunities.

They discuss:

• What sureties look for when evaluating a contractor

• Why bonded projects can accelerate growth and credibility

• How bonding capacity is tied to liquidity and working capital

• Why traditional banks and lenders often avoid bonded receivables

• How contractors can fund growth while pursuing bonded work

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