Sourcing starts before the quotation
Amazon sellers often begin with a product photo or a competitor listing. A supplier cannot quote accurately from the photo alone. Size, material, finish, components, logo method, packaging, order quantity and destination requirements can all change the price.
We help turn the idea into a consistent RFQ so the responses are more comparable.
Information to prepare for an ecommerce RFQ
- Target product dimensions, materials, colors and functional requirements.
- Test-order quantity and expected reorder quantity.
- Logo method, retail packaging and carton requirements.
- Destination marketplace and country.
- Known product-safety, labeling or certification requirements.
- Target ex-factory price or target landed-cost range, if available.
What we compare between suppliers
Do not source only on the lowest unit price
A lower unit price can be offset by a higher MOQ, expensive tooling, weak packaging, longer lead time, poor communication or missing compliance work. The better first decision is often the supplier that answers clearly and can support a controlled sample and verification process.
Intellectual property and product compliance
Do not ask suppliers to copy protected logos, packaging, patented designs or copyrighted materials. Marketplace sellers are responsible for intellectual-property clearance and product compliance. When testing or certification is required, use qualified third parties and verify that reports apply to the exact product being purchased.
A sensible next step after the shortlist
Choose a small number of candidates for samples, confirm specifications in writing, define inspection criteria and calculate freight, duties and marketplace costs before placing a production order.