Pallet ProcurementThe purchasing manager's pallet playbook
Wood pallet PPI WPU084101361.8 in September 2026 (preliminary)+1.5% on the month, +7.7% on the yearRead the September 2026 reportSource: BLS

Bid leveling

Adjusting supplier bids to a common basis so they can be compared fairly.

Last reviewed October 27, 2026. How we check facts

For pallets, the common basis is delivered cost per accepted pallet: price plus delivery and surcharges, divided by one minus the expected reject rate.

See also

Request for quotation (RFQ)
A document inviting suppliers to price a defined product, volume and set of terms.
Cost per trip (CPT)
The total cost of using a pallet for one shipment, including everything beyond its price.
Take-or-pay
A commitment to buy a minimum volume or pay for the shortfall.
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