43 C.F.R. § 3273.19 What are the bonding requirements for a site license?
Title 43 - Public Lands: Interior
(a) For an electrical generation facility, the facility operator must submit a surety or personal bond for at least $100,000, and which meets the requirements of subpart 3214. BLM may increase the required bond amount. See subparts 3214 and 3215 for additional details on bonding procedures. (b) For a direct use facility, the facility operator must furnish BLM with a surety or personal bond that meets the requirements of subpart 3214 in an amount BLM will specify. (c) The bond's terms must cover compliance with the requirements of 43 CFR 3200.4. (d) Until you provide a bond and BLM approves it, do not start construction, testing, or anything else that would disturb the surface.
Title 43: Public Lands: Interior
PART 3200—GEOTHERMAL RESOURCE LEASING
Subpart 3273—How to Apply for a Site License
§ 3273.19 What are the bonding requirements for a site license?