Ripon, CA · San Joaquin County
Faithful Performance Bond
This bond secures a developer or owner’s performance of a contract with the City of Ripon and is filed by the principal and surety for a city project.
- California-licensed notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The bond identifies the principal, surety, project, contract date, and penal sum, and describes the surety’s obligations if the principal does not perform the contract. The form says the principal must furnish the bond before starting work under the contract. The surety must provide a notary acknowledgment with a notary seal and attach its power of attorney.
Who needs it
A developer or owner serving as principal and the surety company must complete this bond for a project contract that requires a faithful performance bond.
Why it needs a notary
The form requires a notary acknowledgment with a seal for the Surety and its power of attorney; the Surety’s authorized signer signs before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Bond
Download the City of Ripon Faithful Performance Bond form.
- 2
Fill In The Bond Details
Enter the principal and surety names, project name, contract date, penal sum, and effective date.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
If eligible, book a commissioned online notary and check that the city will accept the notarization.
- 4
Sign Before The Notary
The Surety’s authorized signer completes the notary acknowledgment; attach the Surety’s power of attorney.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed bond and attachments to the City of Ripon as required for the project.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Ripon. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed California online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete and submit the faithful performance bond?
- Fill in the principal, surety, project, contract date, and penal sum. Obtain the required notary acknowledgment and seal for the Surety, attach its power of attorney, and submit the bond to the City.
- Do I need to notarize the principal’s signature?
- The form specifically calls for a notary acknowledgment with a seal for the Surety and its power of attorney. It does not state that the principal’s signature must be notarized; confirm with the city if unsure.
- Can I use an online notary for this bond?
- California notaries cannot perform remote online notarization until the Secretary of State certifies the technology or 2030. California recognizes out-of-state notarizations under Civil Code §1189(b); check the city’s requirements before proceeding.
Faithful Performance Bond in other California cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.