Shipping Charges - 1101

Shipping terms shall be determined during the acquisition planning phase.  The preferred shipping method is “Free on Board” (FOB) Destination Freight Pre-paid (FRT. PPD) where the supplier is responsible for freight charges and costs as well as owning the goods while in transit.

Should it be determined that another method of shipping is more appropriate in meeting needs and the weight of the purchase is 100-lbs or more, then the Transportation Management Unit (TMU) shall be contacted to provide the cost of freight charges from pre-established shipping agreements.  For purchases weighing less than 100 lbs., TMU need not be contacted.

Note:  If shipping charges for purchases weighing less than 100 lbs. appear to be excessive (e.g., $500 for a 5 lb. package where the shipping charge is a percentage of the cost of the item being purchased), departments are encouraged to contact the TMU for help to obtain more appropriate pricing.