Veterans Canteen Service Packaging & Routing Guidelines

Explore Veterans Canteen Service packaging guidelines. Learn PO mixing rules, carton size limits, and precise label instructions for compliant shipments.

Can you mix POs in a single carton?

No, you cannot mix purchase orders in a single carton as it is listed as a carton compliance violation.

Can you mix POs in a single pallet?

Yes, you can mix purchase orders on a single pallet as long as each carton associated with a VCS PO# has its weight labeled and is adhered to the outside of the shrink wrap.

What are the max dimensions and weights for cartons?

For small parcel shipments, each carton must weigh 150 lbs or less, have a maximum length of 108 inches, and the combined length plus girth must not exceed 165 inches.

Where do I place the label on a carton?

For cartons going to Puerto Rico or Alaska, you must clearly mark the outside of each carton/package. For these shipments, the label consists of specific information based on destination. For San Juan, include “Veterans Canteen Service #672”, the VA Medical Center address (10 Calle Casia Street, San Juan, PR 00921-3201), telephone numbers, and the PO number; for Mayaguez, use “Veterans Canteen Services #373” with its corresponding address (Avenida Hostos #345, Mayaguez, PR 00680-1507), telephone number, and PO; for Anchorage, include “Veterans Canteen Service #463”, the Alaska VA Healthcare System address (1201 North Muldoon Rd., Anchorage, AK 99504), telephone number, and PO; and for Ponce, use “Veterans Canteen Service #372” with the address (Paseo Del Veterano #1010, Ponce, PR 00716-2001), telephone number, and PO. No other label type placement instructions are provided in the document.