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Amwins Specialty Casualty Solutions (ASCS), part of the Amwins Underwriting division, is an MGA and specialty program creator with nearly $1B GWP across multiple industries and lines. ASCS distributes a suite of public entity products designed for pools and individual government clients. Below is a clear summary you can use when evaluating placement options for your public entity insureds. Program overview Amwins Underwriting’s Public Entity Insurance Programs provide dedicated property, liability, and workers’ compensation solutions for public-sector entities. These programs combine specialty underwriting, flexible capacity, and access to well-capitalized markets and reinsurers to address exposures unique to municipalities, school systems, special districts, public housing authorities and similar public entities. Ideal accounts and appetite Municipalities (cities, towns, counties) Public schools and higher education institutions Special districts and service authorities Public housing authorities and municipal utilities Pools and joint powers authorities seeking programmatic solutions You should consider these programs when your client needs higher capacity, layered solutions, or specialized terms crafted for public entities that standard commercial markets struggle to accommodate. Coverage highlights and advantages Public Entity Property: Up to $50M capacity per risk; administered by ASCS and written by a non-admitted carrier; excess follow-form; no TIV cap. Note: unable to participate on lead/primary layers. Public Entity Casualty: Liability offered as follow-form excess or reinsurance; up to $3M per occurrence; placed on AM Best “A-” paper and backed by a panel of global reinsurers; strong underwriting and claims expertise. Public Entity Workers' Compensation: Options include buffer, SIR, alternative funding and excess solutions; carrier ratings across programs range from AM Best "A+" to "A-" XII; available in all states. Underwriting notes and placement considerations Underwriting is program-driven and tailored to public entity exposures. Key considerations include existing policy layers (for follow-form placements), desired limit structure, loss history for public-sector operations, and whether the client is a pool or a single entity. The Property program operates on non-admitted paper; casualty and workers’ comp placements use admitted markets or reinsurer-backed structures depending on the program. Amwins’ underwriting team expects complete submissions with current values, schedules of locations, loss runs, and details on risk-transfer arrangements. Territories and availability Programs are available nationwide. States of availability include: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, DC, WV, WI, WY. Why place public entity business with Amwins Underwriting Amwins Underwriting brings program design expertise, deep public entity underwriting, and strong carrier/reinsurance relationships. That combination helps you place larger limits, structure layered solutions, and offer funding alternatives for clients who need more than standard commercial terms. The underwriting and claims bench strength noted on the casualty program provides additional confidence for complex liability exposures. (*We work with pools and individual public entities) Frequently Asked Questions What types of public entity accounts are a good fit for these programs?These programs target municipalities, public schools and colleges, special districts, public housing authorities, municipal utilities, and pools. They are a strong fit when clients need higher capacity, excess or reinsurance placements, or alternative funding structures for workers’ comp. Are the programs admitted or non-admitted?Placement depends on the specific product: the Public Entity Property program is written by a non-admitted carrier and administered by ASCS. Casualty and workers’ compensation placements may be on admitted paper or structured with reinsurer support; confirm program specifics when submitting. What information should I include with a submission?Provide current policy details and limits, TIV and schedule of locations for property, recent loss runs, description of operations and exposures, any existing SIR or alternative funding arrangements, and details about pools or joint powers structures if applicable. Which states are these programs available in?The programs are available nationwide. Refer to the storefront for the full list of states, and confirm any state-specific requirements during submission, especially for workers’ compensation and surplus-lines placements. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.

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Property & Casualty Insurance Coverage for Auto Dismantlers Endorsed by the Automotive Recyclers Association Amwins Program Underwriters, part of the Amwins Underwriting division, offers a dedicated Auto Dismantlers program designed for risks primarily engaged in dismantling vehicles and selling used parts. This program pairs specialized underwriting with broad coverage options backed by an A.M. Best rated "A" carrier and more than 30 years serving the automotive recycling industry. Use this program to place accounts that need industry-specific forms, flexible inland marine and conversion coverages, and tailored loss control considerations. Overview of the Program From Amwins This program is built for agents who need a single-market solution that understands the unique exposures of dismantlers, recyclers, salvage dealers, and self-service yards. Amwins underwriters evaluate operations with a focus on core dismantling activities and will consider accounts with ancillary businesses when the primary exposure remains auto dismantling. The program emphasizes risk selection, experienced claims handling, and flexible packages that combine property, liability, inland marine and specialty protections. Ideal Accounts and Appetite Target classes: Automotive dismantlers Self-service yards Auto recyclers Scrap yards Scrap dealers Salvage yards Typical accounts have a higher percentage of dismantling and used-parts sales versus unrelated operations. The program generally prefers operations with organized parts inventory, secured storage, basic environmental controls, and documented salvage handling procedures. High-volume salvage-only operations, contractors, or businesses where dismantling is a minor sideline may be outside the primary appetite — submit for review if operations are mixed. Coverage Highlights and Advantages Package capability including Property and General Liability tailored to dismantlers Specialty inland marine for parts inventory and transit exposures Crime and conversion coverage for inventory risks unique to recycled parts Employment Practices Liability, Cyber, Equipment Breakdown and Umbrella options Workers' compensation available — click here to learn more! Underwriting developed specifically for automotive recycling exposures and salvage operations Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums Underwriting emphasizes the percentage of core dismantling activity, site security, inventory controls, and environmental practices. Key submission items include a completed application, loss runs (typically 3–5 years), site photos showing storage and security, and details on inventory controls and salvage handling. Minimum premium: Varies by state and coverage — contact Amwins underwriting for state-specific minimums and availability. Territories and Availability This program is available in the following states and territories: AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, DC, WV, WI, WY. Availability and specific terms may vary by state; please confirm with underwriting for admitted vs. non-admitted options and any state-specific forms. Why Work With Amwins on Auto Dismantlers Business Niche underwriting expertise with more than three decades serving automotive recyclers Access to specialized coverage forms and inland marine options for parts and salvage Single-source program to place multiple lines (property, liability, inland marine, specialty lines) Responsive underwriting to help you place accounts that other markets may decline due to unfamiliarity with dismantling operations Example fits You have a long-established auto recycler with organized parts racks, gated storage, and documented inventory controls who needs a combined property/inland marine package plus conversion protection. You represent a self-service yard expanding into online parts sales that needs liability, cyber, and inland marine coverages tailored to higher customer interaction and parts-in-transit exposure. Submission Tips Include detailed loss runs and describe the percentage of dismantling vs. ancillary operations. Provide photos of the yard, parts storage, fencing/gates, and any security systems. Document inventory procedures, customer access controls, and environmental measures for fluid handling. Contact Amwins underwriting early for borderline or mixed-operations accounts to determine fit and preferred terms. Frequently Asked Questions What types of accounts are a good fit for the Amwins Auto Dismantlers program?Accounts primarily engaged in dismantling vehicles and selling used parts — including self-service yards, recyclers, salvage and scrap dealers — are ideal. The program prefers operations where dismantling is the core activity and inventory controls and site security are in place. What documents and information should I submit with a new account?Submit a completed application, 3–5 years of loss runs, site photos (storage, security, fencing), description of inventory and salvage handling procedures, and any environmental controls for fluid management. Is workers' compensation available through this program?Yes. Workers' compensation is offered as part of the program — availability and terms can vary by state. Refer submissions to Amwins underwriting to confirm state-specific options and requirements. Are there common exclusions or operations that this program will not accept?High-hazard operations unrelated to dismantling (e.g., heavy manufacturing, major contractor operations) or accounts where dismantling is only a minor sideline are less likely to fit. Environmental contamination from prior operations may also impact eligibility; submit for review with full disclosure. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.

Amwins Program Underwriters' Demolition Contractors program through Amwins Underwriting is a specialty placement for demolition, wrecking and salvage contractors. As a managing general agency, Amwins offers a focused package that combines general liability, auto, pollution, and excess liability to address the primary exposures of demolition operations. The program targets established demolition contractors and provides specialty underwriting, loss-control support, and superior claims handling via an AM Best "A" rated carrier. Overview of the Program from Amwins Underwriting This program is designed for contractors who perform demolition and salvage work as their primary business. Coverage can include: Commercial General Liability Automobile Liability (including pollution-contaminant liability on autos) Pollution liability (operations-related) Excess/Umbrella limits to broaden protection Limits are competitive for this class: General Liability up to $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate and Automobile up to $1,000,000 CSL. General Liability is placed on non-admitted paper; other lines are typically written on admitted paper. Ideal Accounts and Appetite This program is a strong fit if your client meets the following: At least 75% of gross receipts are from demolition-related activities. Primary operations include selective demolition, structure dismantling, salvage, and site clearance without high-hazard methods. Clients who handle recycling of construction debris, excavation, or grading as incidental operations (collectively up to 25% of GL receipts). Examples of good-fit accounts: A mid-sized contractor performing commercial interior and selective structural demolition with on-site salvage and debris recycling. A salvage operator who specializes in controlled dismantling and scrap recovery with limited subcontracting. Underwriting Notes and Restrictions Minimum premium: $10,000 for General Liability. Subcontracting limits: not eligible if more than 25% of demolition operations are subcontracted to others. Ineligible operations: wrecking-ball demolition and blasting performed by the insured are excluded. Inspections and loss control reviews are commonly required for new and renewal accounts. Coverage Advantages Program tailored specifically to demolition/salvage exposures rather than placed in a broader construction marketplace. Access to admitted wording for most lines (GL on non-admitted paper only) with an AM Best "A" rated insurer behind the program. Local rating and underwriting decisions through Amwins' specialty team and superior claims and loss control service designed for this class. Territories and Availability Available in all U.S. states except Alaska (AK) and Hawaii (HI). Underwriting availability and specific terms may vary by state due to regulatory differences. Why Place This Business with Amwins Underwriting As a managing general agency, Amwins Underwriting brings niche expertise in demolition risks, strong carrier relationships, and dedicated service for agents. Use this program when you need a market that understands demolition exposures, will consider packaged liability/auto/pollution placements, and can offer excess capacity for larger accounts. Frequently Asked Questions What types of demolition contractors are a good fit for this program?Contractors whose primary business (at least 75% of receipts) is demolition, wrecking, salvage or selective dismantling and who do not perform blasting or wrecking-ball work. Incidental excavation, grading and debris recycling are acceptable up to 25% of GL receipts. Is General Liability placed admitted or non-admitted?General Liability for this program is generally placed on non-admitted paper; other lines such as auto and pollution are typically placed on admitted paper. Final placement depends on state availability and underwriting. What are the key underwriting requirements I should expect?Expect a minimum GL premium of $10,000, subcontracting limits (no more than 25% of demolition operations subcontracted), and routine loss-control reviews or inspection reports for new or higher-exposure accounts. Are blasting, wrecking ball, or heavily subcontracted jobs eligible?No. The program excludes blasting and wrecking-ball operations performed by the insured, and it will not accept accounts where more than 25% of demolition operations are subcontracted out. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.