§17–102.

    (a)    This subtitle does not limit the authority of a public body to require performance security in addition to, or in cases other than, those specified under §§ 17-103, 17-104, 17-106, and 17-107 of this subtitle.

    (b)    This subtitle applies only to security for a construction contract.

    (c)    (1)    By ordinance, Baltimore City may provide for a program to satisfy the bonding requirements under §§ 17-103, 17-104, 17-106, and 17-107 of this subtitle with respect to any construction contract:

            (i)    that does not exceed $200,000; and

            (ii)    for which State money is not used.

        (2)    The program shall provide for payment security of at least 50% of the total amount payable under the contract.