Smith Manus is one of the largest surety bond agencies in the U.S. We work with businesses in many different industries to develop the best and most creative ways to meet our clients' surety bond needs. Smith Manus provides bonds to four basic business segments: Traditional: general contractors and corresponding sub-trades, heavy-highway, utility, etc. Specialty: environmental remediation contractors, waste companies, mining operations, bonds required in the oil and gas industry, etc. Development: guarantees which include subdivision bonds, similar completion guarantees, and a multitude of unique requirements facing this industry. License, Permit & Miscellaneous: small compliance bonds required by state and local regulators.