Fast Fulfillment Center Ltd – Terms and Conditions
Fast Fulfillment Center Ltd – Terms and Conditions
(These Terms and Conditions supersede all earlier versions.
Changes favourable to Fast Fulfillment Center Ltd are shown in blue.)
1. Definitions
(a) “Agreement”: This Service Agreement between Fast Fulfillment
Center Ltd and the Client, incorporating these Terms and any additional terms
agreed upon in writing.
(b) “Client”: The individual or entity procuring services
from Fast Fulfillment Center Ltd.
(c) “Services”: The labeling, preparation, packaging,
storage, and ancillary services provided by Fast Fulfillment Center Ltd as
outlined in Section 3.
(d) “Working Day”: Any day other than a Saturday, Sunday, or
public holiday in England and Wales.
(e) “Goods”: The products or items that the Client sends to
Fast Fulfillment Center Ltd for processing.
(f) “Warehouse”: The facility where Fast Fulfillment Center
Ltd stores and processes the Client’s Goods.
(g) “Fees”: The charges payable by the Client for the
Services provided.
(h) “Effective Date”: The date on which the Client agrees to
these Terms and the Agreement becomes binding.
2. Acceptance of Terms
(a) Binding Agreement: By accessing or using our website and
Services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms.
3. Services Offered
(a) Preparation Services
(1) Receiving and
Inspection: We receive shipments from the Client and inspect each product for
damage, verify product accuracy against listings, ensure compliance with
Amazon’s requirements, and update expiry dates if applicable.
(2) Labeling
Services: We print and apply FNSKU labels, barcodes, and any other necessary
labels to your products in accordance with Amazon guidelines.
(3) Bundling and
Packaging: We bundle multiple units to create packs as per your specifications
and package products using appropriate materials such as polybags (with
suffocation warnings), bubble wrap, boxes, and pallets.
(b) Storage and Inventory Management
(1) Secure
Storage: We provide storage solutions for your products in our Warehouse. Goods
are stored in a manner suitable for handling and processing.
(2) Inventory
Tracking: We maintain accurate records of your inventory and provide updates
through our management systems.
(c) Shipping and Forwarding Services
(1) Case and
Pallet Processing: We handle the processing of cases and pallets, including
securing items for transit, applying shipping labels, and coordinating with
carriers.
(2) Shipping Plan
Creation: We assist in creating shipping plans and labels, ensuring shipments
are correctly documented and ready for dispatch to Amazon’s various warehouses
or other destinations.
4. Client Obligations
(a) Provision of Information: You must provide accurate and
complete information necessary for us to perform the Services, including
shipment details, product specifications, and any special handling
instructions.
(b) Compliance with Laws and Policies: You are responsible
for ensuring that your Goods comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and
Amazon policies, including but not limited to product safety, labeling, and
import/export regulations.
(c) Timely Communication: You must respond promptly to our
requests for decisions, approvals, or additional information to prevent delays
in Services.
(d) Third-Party Consents: You are responsible for obtaining
any required consents, licenses, or permissions from third parties, including
intellectual property rights and import/export licenses.
(e) Insurance: You are required to maintain an insurance
policy that covers the total value of your Goods while they are stored in our
Warehouse and during transit. We are not liable for any loss or damage to your
Goods beyond our liability outlined in Section 6.
(f) Prohibited Goods: You must not send us any prohibited or
restricted items, including hazardous materials, illegal goods, perishable
items, or any items requiring special handling without prior written consent.
(g) Advance Shipment Notice: You must provide at least
seventy‑two (72) hours’ notice before sending any shipments to our Warehouse,
including an itemized list of each stock‑keeping unit (SKU).
(h) Condition of Goods Upon Delivery: All Goods must be
delivered to our Warehouse properly packaged, labeled, and suitable for
handling. Any Goods not meeting these requirements may be refused or subject to
additional Fees.
(i) Product Value Limitation: Goods will only be accepted if
the purchase price from the distributor or manufacturer does not exceed one
hundred pounds (£100) per unit. Goods exceeding this value may be rejected or
returned at your expense.
5. Fees and Payment
(a) Pricing Structure: Fees for our Services are based on
the specific services requested and the volume of units processed. Our pricing
plans include:
(1) Pay‑As‑You‑Go:
No subscription fee, with per‑unit fees and additional charges for materials
and pallets.
(2) Monthly Plans:
Subscription‑based plans with fixed rates and additional fees based on order
size.
(b) Invoicing: Invoices for our Services will be issued at
the start of each month, covering the previous month’s activities.
(c) Payment Terms:
(1) Due Date:
Payments are due within seven (7) days of the invoice date.
(2) Methods of
Payment: Payments can be made via bank transfer, debit card, or other methods
specified on the invoice.
(d) Late Payments:
(1) Interest: We
reserve the right to charge interest at 0.5% per day above the base rate on
overdue amounts.
(2) Suspension of
Services: We may suspend the Services without notice if payment is not received
by the due date.
(3) Collection
Fees: You are responsible for any collection fees, including reasonable
attorney’s fees incurred in obtaining payment.
(e) Failure to Pay:
(1) If any amount
remains unpaid for thirty (30) days, we may remove and charge you for any
expenses related to the removal or sale of your Goods.
(2) We reserve the
right to classify your account as “Abandoned” if fees remain unpaid for over
sixty (60) days, leading to potential liquidation of your Goods.
(f) Price Adjustments: We may adjust our Fees due to changes
in operational costs, with five (5) days’ written notice. Continued use of our
Services after such notice constitutes acceptance of the new Fees.
6. Limitation of Liability
(a) Our Liability: We are liable for loss or damage to your
Goods caused by our negligence while the Goods are in our possession, up to the
total amount of Fees paid by you to us in the three (3) months immediately
preceding the event giving rise to the claim, excluding carrier fees or other
third‑party fees.
(b) Exclusions:
(1) We are not
liable for loss or damage to Goods resulting from events beyond our reasonable
control, including theft, fire, natural disasters, or actions by third parties.
(2) We are not
responsible for loss of profits, revenue, data, or use, or any indirect,
incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, punitive, or enhanced damages.
(c) Notification of Claims: You must notify us in writing of
any claims related to unauthorized transactions or loss within three (3) days
of discovery. Failure to do so waives your right to any damages.
(d) Force Majeure: We are not liable for any failure or
delay in performing our obligations due to events beyond our reasonable control
(“Force Majeure”), including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics,
acts of government, or labor disputes.
7. Indemnification
(a) Client’s Indemnity: You agree to indemnify and hold
harmless Fast Fulfillment Center Ltd, its officers, directors, and employees
against all third‑party damages, liabilities, or costs, including reasonable
attorney’s fees, arising from:
(1) Your negligent
acts in connection with the Services.
(2) Breach of any
of your obligations under this Agreement.
(b) Our Indemnity: We agree to indemnify and hold you
harmless against all third‑party damages, liabilities, or costs, including
reasonable attorney’s fees, arising from:
(1) Our negligent
acts in connection with the Services.
(2) Breach of any
of our obligations under this Agreement.
(c) Indemnification Procedure:
(1) The
indemnified party shall promptly notify the indemnifying party of any claims.
(2) The
indemnifying party shall have sole control over the defense and settlement
negotiations.
(3) The
indemnified party shall provide necessary assistance and information to the
indemnifying party.
8. Confidentiality
(a) Definition: “Confidential Information” includes all
technical, business, and financial information disclosed by one party to the
other, marked or identified as confidential.
(b) Obligations: Both parties agree to keep Confidential
Information confidential and use it solely for performing obligations under
this Agreement. Confidential Information shall not be disclosed to third
parties except to those who need to know and are bound by confidentiality
obligations.
(c) Exceptions: Confidential Information does not include
information that is publicly available, already known by the receiving party,
or independently developed.
(d) Duration: Confidentiality obligations remain in effect
during the term of this Agreement and for three (3) years after its
termination.
9. Intellectual Property Rights
(a) Ownership: Each party retains all rights, titles, and
interests in their respective intellectual property.
(b) Use of Trademarks: Neither party may use the other’s
trademarks, trade names, or other marks without prior written consent.
10. Termination
(a) Termination by Client: You may terminate the Agreement
by providing six (6) months’ written notice.
(b) Termination by Us:
(1) We may suspend
or terminate the Agreement immediately if payment is not received within thirty
(30) days of the due date.
(2) We may
terminate the Agreement for any breach of these Terms by providing written
notice.
(c) Effect of Termination:
(1) All
outstanding Fees become immediately payable.
(2) You must
arrange for the removal of your Goods from our Warehouse within a reasonable
timeframe.
(3) Any costs
associated with the return, storage, or disposal of Goods will be your
responsibility.
11. Force Majeure
(a) Definition: Neither party shall be liable for delays or
failure to perform any obligations due to events beyond their reasonable
control (“Force Majeure”).
(b) Obligations: The affected party must promptly notify the
other party of the event. Duties are suspended to the extent necessary during
the Force Majeure event.
12. General Provisions
(a) Assignability: Neither party may assign this Agreement
without the other’s written consent, except to affiliates or successors in a
merger or acquisition.
(b) Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire
agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements.
(c) Severability: If any provision is held invalid, the
remaining provisions remain in effect.
(d) Amendment: Any amendments must be in writing and signed
by both parties.
(e) Waiver: Failure to enforce any provision does not
constitute a waiver of that provision.
(f) Governing Law: This Agreement is governed by the laws of
England and Wales.
(g) Notices: Notices must be in writing and delivered to the
addresses specified in this Agreement.
(h) Attorneys’ Fees and Costs: In the event of a legal
dispute, the prevailing party may collect reasonable costs and attorneys’ fees
from the other party.
13. Dispute Resolution
(a) Negotiation: The parties agree to attempt to resolve
disputes through good‑faith negotiations.
(b) Jurisdiction: Any disputes arising under this Agreement
shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and
Wales.
14. Contact Information
(a) Email: office@fastprep.co.uk
(b) Phone: +44 7478 112435
(c) Address:
Unit 1 Clonmel Road (Industrial Area),
Birmingham B30 2BU
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read,
understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.