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The Performance Bond Guarantee is a crucial document in Nigerian commercial transactions, particularly in construction, infrastructure, and large-scale project contracts. It serves as a risk mitigation tool where a bank guarantees the performance obligations of a contractor or service provider. The guarantee typically ranges from 10% to 20% of the contract value and remains valid throughout the contract period plus a defects liability period. This document type is essential for both public and private sector projects in Nigeria, where project owners require security for contractor performance. The Performance Bond Guarantee must comply with Nigerian banking regulations, contract law, and specific sector requirements, making it a vital instrument for risk management in commercial transactions. It provides beneficiaries with a readily accessible form of security that can be called upon without the need to prove damages in court.

1. Parties: Identifies the Guarantor (usually a bank), the Principal (the party whose performance is being guaranteed), and the Beneficiary

2. Background: Describes the underlying contract or obligation that is being guaranteed and establishes the context for the guarantee

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the guarantee document

4. Guarantee and Indemnity: Sets out the core guarantee obligations and amount of the performance bond

5. Duration of Guarantee: Specifies the effective period of the guarantee and expiry conditions

6. Conditions for Calling the Guarantee: Details the circumstances and process under which the beneficiary can make a demand under the guarantee

7. Payment Provisions: Specifies how and when payment must be made following a valid demand

8. Reduction and Release: Conditions under which the guarantee amount may be reduced and when the guarantee will be released

9. Transferability: States whether the guarantee can be assigned or transferred

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specifies Nigerian law as the governing law and designates jurisdiction for disputes

11. Notices: Details how formal communications between parties should be made and addressed

12. Execution: Signature blocks and attestation requirements for valid execution