William R West & AMIS/Alliance Marketing & Insurance Services
A Nationwide Surplus/Excess Lines Broker (Wholesaler)
Since 2003, AMIS ⁄ Alliance Marketing & Insurance Services has earned the trust of a large number of retail agents and brokers, gaining their confidence with the help of a network of insurance companies. Agents and brokers can skillfully interpret a customer’s insurance needs and communicate the best way for AMIS to meet them. Our excellent agent and broker relationships drive our business. AMIS offers our agents and brokers a vast array of insurance programs and products. Please browse this and other website pages to find out more about our diversified product offerings and how to contact our various Broker staff.
The insurance industry increasingly regards specialized insurance program development as the wave of the future. The sheer number and variety of programs offered by Wholesalers/Surplus Lines Brokers today is overwhelming, and new niche markets are being discovered everyday.
At AMIS, we supply retail agents and brokers with cutting-edge niche insurance products that contain specially tailored coverage. We help agents and brokers serve their clients and take advantage of new revenue streams and business opportunities. Our agency is committed to the highest standards and ethical business practices, and to providing excellent service.
Independent Agents & Brokers nationwide:
Below are some of our agency’s most competitive insurance programs and we write in all 50 states, but some of our insurance companies only write in 48 states. Our program includes General Liability and some has Errors & Omissions with much more additional coverage. Please click on the program for details of coverages. We issue most of our quotes within 2-3 days from when we receive a complete submitted application including current value loss runs or a no loss letter. Click on any item in this list to go directly to the program overview description.
Click here to go directly to the the Application Information section.
Accident Reconstructionists
Other professional categories of those needing this coverage are:
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Alarm Insurance Program − Burglar, Fire, & Safety
This coverage includes:
- Alarm, Installation, Sales & Service and Monitoring
- Burglary
- Electronic Security
- Fire Sprinklers − Residential and Commercial
- Fire Suppression Contractors - Residential & Commercial
- Safety Equipment, Sales & Service
Armored Car Liability Insurance Programs
This coverage is designed for, but not limited to:
- Armored Car Operations
- Private Investigators
- Private Patrols
- Security Consultants
- Security Guards
Attorney Services and Court Services
This exceptional insurance coverage includes professionals performing these functions:
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Bonds − Surety, Performance, Court, Payment & License
We can write almost any type of bond in most states, including:
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Business Insurance
General liability coverage and much more, including:
- Business Personal Property
- Employment Practice Liability (EPLI) for Investigators
- Inland Marine
- Workers' Compensation
This program is written with an admitted insurance company that has an A.M. Best Rating of A+XV.
Commercial Auto Insurance Program
The commercial auto program is written with an admitted insurance company in most states. It is rated the #3 commercial auto insurance company in the United States.
Director & Officers Programs
For companies of all sizes.
Non-Admitted Carrier
Employment Practices Liability Insurance Programs
For companies of all sizes.
Fire Suppression Contractors Insurance Program
This program is designed to cover:
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Glaziers Program − Glass Install, Repair & Replace
General liability coverage and much more, including:
- Auto Glass Installers
- Building Glass Installers
- Glass Manufacturers
- Glaziers
Insurance Company rated "A-VIII" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.
Note: We do not offer coverage on new construction projects (residential or commercial) or for any structure higher than three stories.
Non-Admitted Carrier
Habitational Property Program
- Preferred Apartments
- Preferred Commercial Property
Insurance Adjusters and Investigators
Included in this excellent insurance coverage are professionals performing these functions:
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Marine Insurance
We can write almost any type of Marine Insurance and deliver value to your agency by providing a great product backed by a strong insurance company with an A+XV rating and over 190 years experience in the Marine Insurance business. Types of coverage offered:
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Non-Profit, Charity, & Social Service Organizations
The following are examples of types of organizations that may be eligible for insurance through our Non-Profit Program:
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Arts and Cultural
Youth Programs
Education
Religious
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Health
Family Service
Housing Support & Services
Miscellaneous
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Primary & Excess Casualty Insurance
Private Investigators, Detectives & Forensic Investigators
We are known throughout the insurance industry for our exceptional, affordable coverage in this program, and it is available to your clients. This information is described in more detail on the related web pages.
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Property Program
- Cause of Loss: Direct physical loss to covered property subject to policy terms and conditions
- Perils Insured Against: Special Form subject to Policy Conditions & Exclusions
Excess General Liability Coverage $25,000,000 Each occurrence / $25,000,000 General Aggregate - Self-insured retention: $0 - Coverage Limits:
- Blanket Buildings $300,000,000
- Blanket Contents $ Included
- Rents $ Actual Loss
This Property Program is one of the most competitive and comprehensive within the insurance marketplace. The coverage is more comprehensive than what is listed above; call us for more information. This program is written with admitted insurance companies that have an A.M. Best Rating of A-X and above.
Real Estate Appraiser Insurance
These days, real estate appraisers should not have just an Errors & Omissions insurance policy; they should have a Commercial General Liability policy as well. Commercial General Liability covers areas that Errors & Omissions does not cover, and having them packaged into one policy gives you the best protection.
Religious Organization Insurance Program
At AMIS we have a heart-felt desire to partner with religious non-profit organizations, and to see that these groups get the insurance protection they need at a price they can afford. It is called our "Heart of Partnership" Program, and it Includes:
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Very few insurance companies or agencies actually specialize in providing insurance for these non-profit groups. Our agency founder, Bill West, has worked with non-profit organizations since 1978. The insurance company we work with has been providing insurance for non-profit groups since 1980, and their underwriters are specialists who only work on social service and non-profit accounts. Over 5,000 non-profit insured entities from coast to coast have come to rely on them for broad, comprehensive insurance coverage, fast service, and answers to their questions... all at competitive prices.
Schools - Charter, Private School, & College Insurance
The AMIS staff at can handle your insurance needs for General Liability, Professional, Directors & Officers Liability, Bonds, Property Insurance, Commercial Auto and CA Workers' Compensation at many types of educational institutions, including:
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Security Guard and Private Patrol Insurance Programs
General Liability and E&O Coverage for:
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To our Agents and Brokers
You must have a valid broker’s license and maintain Errors & Omissions Insurance in each state you are selling insurance.
APPLICATIONS: Use AMIS applications on our programs or Acord applications including five years, current valued, and hard copy loss runs.
QUOTATION: When you provide us with a properly executed AMIS application or an Acord application we will send you a written quotation, usually good for 30 days. Premium indications provided over the phone are just that - indications - and are subject to receipt of a completed application.
BINDING: You have no authority to bind coverage on our behalf. We reserve all binding authority. We can almost always affect coverage immediately for risks we have quoted. You may order coverage by fax or e-mail. Phone/Voice Mail orders are not acceptable.
MONEY: In most cases 25% of the premiums plus fees is required to bind coverage. The balance, less your commission, is due in our office within 20 days of binding. An invoice will accompany all premium transactions.
CERTIFICATE & BINDERS: Certificate of Insurance: Your agency may prepare certificates of insurance provided they are issued with the same verbiage as the policy regarding limits, etc.. If you prepare a certificate of insurance and make any changes on the certificate without an endorsement from the insurance company, your agency assumes all liability should a claim arise and the insurance company will not pay the claim.
Additional Insureds: must have prior approval by AMIS and there is a charge in on most programs. All endorsements must be issued and approved by AMIS.
Binders: A binder can be issued by your agency once you have received the Certificate Evidencing Placement of Insurance with the policy number from AMIS. Our agency must advise you that the policy is bound prior to you issuing a binder.
CANCELLATIONS: No flat cancellations are allowed after the inception date. Policies are subject to minimum earned premiums. Short-term policies are usually fully earned. Policy fees and inspection fees are fully earned. Return premium is subject to final audit where applicable.
CLAIMS: Report claims to us immediately via Acord form. We take action the same day received. You do not have authority to assign adjusters. Provide names and phone numbers of claimants and contact persons. Forward summons, etc., to us immediately, telling us the date served. Please do not report claims to us by telephone.
More Information - Brochures
The following brochures are available in Acrobat Reader (PDF) format.
Click on the name of the brochure to retrieve it.
- AMIS Surplus Lines Broker Brochure
- AMIS Niche Market Brochure
- AMIS Niche Markets for Admitted Insurance Companies Brochure
Please use the button on the left to get the Acrobat Reader needed to view these brochures.
How Do I Apply For A Producer/Broker Appointment?
To apply for a Producer/Broker appointment, all licensed insurance producers and agents/brokers must:
- Sign a Producer/Broker Agreement and complete an Agency Profile.
- Provide a copy of their insurance license.
- Provide a copy of Declaration page of current Errors & Omission insurance with an "A" rated or better insurance carrier.
- Provide a copy of their bond prior to receiving a quotation.
To get a Producer/Broker Agreement, please:
- click the buttons below to get the forms and information
- complete the application on your computer
- print and sign it
- fax all materials to our office at: (760) 471-9378 or (800) 573-8550 (Toll Free)
To protect your privacy, please do not email the PDF forms to us. If you have a problem viewing the PDF forms, make sure you have the Adobe Reader - Version 7.0 or later.
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Please call AMIS at (800) 843-8550 or 760-471-7116 |
