Fast and Forward, we’re here to help you grow your business. Through analyzing, developing and implementing strategies for your inventory — we provide services beyond prep center expectations to give you the best logistical solutions
PURCHASE FROM YOUR SUPPLIER
We Prep, Store and Fulfill your products, regardless of size and classifications as long as it’s legal and abide the US policy.
SHIP YOUR PRODUCTS TO US
When shipping your product please use the format below, make sure to include your company name.
(Your Company name) c/o Fast and Forward Prep Center 8235 Leo Kidd Ave Port Richey, FL 34668-6609
+1 727 364 2593
RECEIVED AND INSPECT
For Storage
For Prep & Order Fulfillment
Once we receive your shipment we will inspect the box surface. We will count the total boxes receive and match it with the BOL or packing slip. Any discrepancy on the number of boxes and damage boxes receive we will notify you via email the images and details.
Once we receive your shipment we inspect and count the items to make sure it match with the packing slip, any discrepancy in units , damage items and different items were ship-out , we will notify you via email with the images and details.
PREPPING YOUR PRODUCTS
We start the check-in process. We will check the spreadsheets for the details on what to do. The items will be prep according to the details given in the spreadsheet and using Amazon’s detailed requirements; Poly bag, FNSKU label, Expiration date sticker, Sold as set sticker and Bubble wrap.
You can give us access to your seller central in enable for us to create the FNSKU sticker and Shipment plan.
SHIP TO AMAZON
For Prep & Order Fulfillment
For Order Fulfillment
Shipping Label will be generating from your seller central account. We put the FBA Box label and Shipping label, and then update the spreadsheet with tracking or shipment ID for multiple boxes.
Our partnered Carrier will pick up the boxes. You can track the shipment in your seller central account under the SHIPPING QUEUE.
You will grant us access to the order Management. We process the order the same day and ship out the same day. Our cut off time for order fulfillment is 2PM EST. Order place after the cut off time will be process next day except for expedite and second day shipping method.
Avoid multi-week delays, lost revenue and DREADFUL cash-flow setbacks from non-compliant shipments. Let your manufacturer focus on making high quality products – and we’ll take care of the FBA prep.
Pricing
We’re known for our reasonable prices in town..
Wholesale / Private Label
Basic Prep $0.90 per Unit
Bundle Pack $2.20 per bundle
Receiving
Inspection
Sticker Removal
FNSKU Labeling
Poly bagging
Suffocation Warning
Label Expiration Labels
Online / Retail Arbitrage
Basic Prep $1.50 per Unit
Bundle Pack $2.20 per bundle
Receiving
Inspection
Sticker Removal
FNSKU Labeling
Poly bagging
Suffocation Warning
Label Expiration Labels
Storage / Warehousing
$0.70 per cubic foot
Receiving fee Container Unloading (20 ft. $300 )
( 40 ft. $500)
Picking fee $0.03 per units
(customized units)
Forwarding fee $3 per box small parcel delivery
Forwarding fee Palletize $10 per pallet
Inspection fee is $15 per every 100 units
Used Books
Prep fee $1.50 per bundle
Listing fee $0.30 per list
Grading
Cleaning and Inspection
Poly bagging
Price Tag removal
Order Fulfillment
Amazon FBM $1.80
addition of prep fee
eBay $1.80
addition of prep fee
Shopify
addition of prep fee
Wallmart $1.80
addition of prep fee
General Information
Where is Fast and Forward Prep Center located?
Our corporate headquarters are based in Florida
How soon can I get started?
As soon as we receive your application, you will be able to submit orders, which will be received by our warehouses upon landing.
What kind of customers do you work with?
We work with ecommerce sellers across Amazon, Shopify, and other sales channels to handle their FBA prep, D2C fulfillment and other warehousing needs. Our Client use Wholesale, Private labels, Retail arbitrage and Online arbitrage.
Are you accepting new sellers?
Yes we are accepting new sellers.
Do you have minimum units requires?
No we don't have minimum units required.
How do you prefer to communicate?
We can communicate via email and Skype.
What are your working hours?
Office opens 9:00 AM to 5PM EST Monday to Friday
Warehouse opens 10: 00 AM to 5 PM EST Monday to Friday For urgent request we have a 24/7 customer support that can assist you.
Shipment Process
How quickly will you ship my products out?
Our lead time is 24 to 48 hours upon the check in of your shipment in the prepping area.
Will you create my Amazon shipping plans and print Amazon shipping labels for me?
Yes we can! You need to give us limited access and well handle the FNSKU printing and the Shipping label and complete other steps as required by Amazon.
How do you ship my products to Amazon warehouses?
We utilize Amazon couriers to send out your product, which means lower cost shipping to you! Cost of shipping will be deducted from your account within Seller Central. For Hazmat shipments, we will buy a shipping label from our partnered carrier at the discount rate and include it in your invoice.
Payment & Pricing
Do I need to pay a set-up fee?
No, the set-up fee will include in your first invoice.
No we don’t have subscription fees or Monthly fees. Our pricing is flat rate and we depend on the total units of your shipment.
How should I pay you for your services?
Payment methods
Paypal + 3% paypal fee
Credit Card + 3% service charge
Zelle ( Free of Charge.)
Bank Transfer (US Free of Charge / International $30 charge)
Other Details
I didn’t see my question answered here. How can I reach you to find out more?
If you have more questions, feel free to reach out to
sales@fastandforwardprepcenter.com
Are there any types of products you do not accept?
Our warehouses do not accept cold storage items. Please reach out to support@fastandforwardprepcenter.com with your exact products to check if we can accept them.
• Those are not permitted under the law and illegal substances.
• Chocolates and Meltable items (March – October as per Amazon policy) we accept it starting October 20 until February.
For RA and OA items, do you consolidate the units before sending to Amazon?
Yes we can consolidate the units before sending it to Amazon warehouse, but in some cases for food and groceries we will ship those out once it reach 20 units in order to avoid the spoilage of items.
Do you offer free storage for Prep Products?
Yes we offer 15 days free storage for Prep items
sales@fastandforwardprepcenter.com
+1 727 364 2593
7801 Congress St., New Port Richey, Florida 34653
5444 Napa St., San Diego, CA 92110 United States
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