Bargain Hunt Packaging Guidelines

Explore Bargain Hunt packaging guidelines for cartons & pallets, including proper packing lists, mixed SKU pallets, stacking, and BOL requirements.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

A packing list must be provided with each load and attached to the final case or pallet on the tail of the trailer. It must include the PO number, item description, total unit quantity by vendor item number, and case pack information, matching the PO unit of measure.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

Yes, a packing list must be provided with each load and must be attached to the final case or pallet on the tail of the trailer. The packing list must include the PO number, total unit quantity by vendor item number, item description, and case pack information.

Can pallets be stacked?

Pallet stacking is mentioned in the context of shipping with Bargain Hunt where the vendor must indicate if pallets are stackable when providing shipment details, but specific stacking requirements are not detailed in the provided documents.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?

Purchase orders must be separated in a distinguishable manner on a trailer. There is no explicit mention of mixing purchase orders within a single pallet, only that paperwork must be provided for multiple POs on a trailer and they must be distinguishable.

Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?

Yes, SKUs can be mixed on a single pallet if an item ordered doesn't fill a pallet. Such pallets are acceptable, and each item on a mixed pallet must have an individual pallet ID. A placard must also identify the pallet as "MIXED," and all items should be identified with a count of the number of cases on the pallet.

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

Bargain Hunt requires the use of Grade B pallets.

What are the requirements for Bills of Lading when it comes to pallet (freight) or carton (parcel) shipments?

Drivers must be provided a Bill of Lading (BOL) containing Bargain Hunt's five-digit PO number. The shipper is responsible for closing and sealing each trailer, and the seal number must be documented on all copies of the BOL.

What are the requirements for carton or pallet labels and their placement?

All pallets must have a pallet ID with the label placed in the top left corner of the pallet containing the following information: Vendor item number, Item description, Item quantity and UOM. If a like vendor item number carries over to another pallet, then the like item must remain together. In the case of mixed pallets, a placard identifying the pallet as "MIXED" should be used. There should be a pallet ID for each individual item number on the pallet.

What are the requirements for inner packs and cases?

All cases must have a master case pack quantity, vendor item number, and description. This applies to both palletized and floor loads. Additionally, on palletized loads, the case unit of measure on the packing list must match the PO unit of measure.