1. A bond furnished by a surety company authorized to do business in this state may be required by the Administrator for the proper performance of the contract. The Administrator may request a certified check, cashier’s check or bond, in an amount not to exceed the total amount of the contract, before entering into a contract with a person who submits a successful bid or proposal.
2. No division or department of the State is liable for any expense incurred by or loss of income sustained by any person because of a request made pursuant to subsection 1.