Worksheet
3PL quote comparison worksheet
This worksheet puts up to three 3PL quotes side by side, one line at a time. Fill in each quote's rates and terms so gaps and hidden costs show before you sign.
| Line | Quote A | Quote B | Quote C |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReceivingRate per pallet, carton or hour, and what counts as non-standard. | |||
| StorageRate per pallet, bin or cubic foot, and how often it is billed. | |||
| Pick and packRate per order and per additional item. | |||
| PackagingBoxes, mailers and dunnage, included or billed per unit. | |||
| Accessorial feesEvery fee outside the core rates, listed line by line. | |||
| MinimumsMonthly minimum billing and how it is applied. | |||
| Setup / implementationOne-time onboarding, integration and training charges. | |||
| Contract termLength, renewal terms and rate-change provisions. | |||
| Exit termsNotice period, termination fees and inventory release terms. |
For how to read each line, see how do I compare 3PL quotes apples to apples.