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Transparent 3PL Pricing & Warehousing Storage Rates
Billed in CAD with zero monthly minimum penalties. Enjoy performance-tiered pallet storage that scales down to $0.00 as your inventory turns, automated pallet combining, and full AI desktop integration.
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Adjust the 4 parameters below to estimate your exact monthly fulfillment, storage, and handling costs in CAD.
Estimated Monthly Cost Breakdown (CAD)
📦 Outbound Pick & Pack Handling
$3,450
Scale Tier ($2.65 base + $0.23 add'l)
🏢 Pallet Storage Fees
$100
5 paid + 1 Free Pallet spot
📥 Inbound Receiving (Handling)
$24
2 pallets @ $12.00/pallet flat
💻 Platform Access (Track A)
$150
Shopify sync, AI APIs & 1 Free Pallet
Per-Pallet Velocity Rule: Velocity rates ($20, $14, $8) and $0.00 Free Storage are evaluated independently per individual pallet position based on SKU order yield. If a single pallet generates ≥$1,000 in monthly handling fees, storage is 100% Free for that pallet!
The Complete BulldogOS Master Rate Card
Every fee structure is 100% transparent and itemized in your live portal ledger.
1. Monthly Platform & Software Plans
| Fulfillment Track | Monthly OS Fee | Storage Allocation | Shipping Postage | Dispatch / Tech |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Track A: Bulldog Optimized Recommended | $150.00 CAD/mo | 1 FREE Pallet Spot (Saves $26/mo) | Bulldog Commercial Volume Rates | Included |
| Track B: Bring Your Own Carrier BYOC | $395.00 CAD/mo | No Free Pallet (Billed from Pallet #1) | Direct to Tenant Carrier Account | $0.25 CAD/label |
2. DTC Pick & Pack (Per Outbound Parcel)
| Volume Tier | Monthly Orders | 1st Item Pick | Additional Items | Packaging & Slip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch Tier | 0 – 399 orders / mo | $3.50 CAD | $0.45 CAD | $0.15 CAD |
| Growth Tier | 400 – 999 orders / mo | $3.00 CAD | $0.45 CAD | $0.15 CAD |
| Scale Tier | 1,000 – 2,499 orders / mo | $2.65 CAD | $0.40 CAD | $0.15 CAD |
| Velocity Tier | 2,500+ orders / mo | $2.35 CAD | $0.35 CAD | $0.15 CAD |
* Promotional marketing cards, stickers, and un-tracked flyers incur $0.00 extra piece fees.
3. Dynamic Velocity-Based Pallet Storage
| Velocity Tier | Monthly Turns / Criteria (Per Pallet) | Monthly Handling Yield (Per Pallet) | Rate (CAD) | USD Equiv. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 Free Turn Tier | Fast hero SKU (250+ orders/mo from this pallet) | ≥ $1,000.00 CAD / pallet | $0.00 (FREE) | $0.00 |
| 🚀 Ultra-Velocity | > 3.0 turns/mo (< 10 days on rack) | ≥ $500.00 CAD / pallet | $8.00 / mo | ~$5.88 |
| ⚡ Hyper-Velocity | 2.0 – 3.0 turns/mo (75–149 orders) | Active fast catalog | $14.00 / mo | ~$10.30 |
| 📦 Active-Velocity | 1.0 – 2.0 turns/mo (30–74 orders) | Steady catalog movers | $20.00 / mo | ~$14.70 |
| 🏷️ Standard Baseline | 0.5 – 1.0 turns/mo (15–29 orders) | BC warehouse market parity | $26.00 / mo | ~$19.10 |
| ⏳ Stagnant Stock | < 0.5 turns/mo (> 60 days on rack) | Dead / aging inventory | $36.00 / mo | ~$26.50 |
⚠️ Per-Pallet Velocity Rule (Not Account-Wide Free Storage): Velocity rates ($20, $14, $8) and $0.00 Free Storage are evaluated strictly per individual pallet position based on the orders and handling revenue generated by SKUs stored on that specific pallet. For example, doing 250 orders on your hero SKU makes that individual pallet free ($0.00); it does not waive storage fees for your remaining pallets holding slower-moving or backup inventory. Track A includes 1 Free Pallet spot permanently.
4. Pallet Consolidation Engine
Eliminating the "Empty Air Tax" when pallets deplete.
| Consolidation Labor | $12.50 CAD one-time |
| Merchant Benefit | Saves $26.00 CAD / mo recurring |
| Payback Period | Less than 2 weeks |
5. Hybrid "Fulfill-From-Home"
Store bulk with us, pack custom VIP drops at home.
| Home Pick & Pack | $0.00 CAD (Merchant packs) |
| Home Cloud Label Print | $0.25 CAD /label (Shopify sync) |
| Warehouse Delegation | 1-click transfer to floor queue |
6. Inbound Receiving & B2B Wholesale
| Service Category | Activity | Rate (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| Inbound Receiving | Standard Pre-Palletized Freight (Unload & Putaway) | $12.00 / pallet |
| Loose Container Intake | Floor-loaded courier carton receiving | $1.75 / carton |
| B2B Wholesale Pick | Outbound Master Carton Case Pick | $1.50 / carton |
| Full Pallet Stacking | Pallet build, corner boards & shrinkwrap | $12.00 / pallet |
| Retail Compliance | UCC-128 Retail Carton Labeling (Walmart, Costco) | $0.35 / label |
British Columbia 3PL Market Comparison
How BulldogOS compares against ShipBob (Surrey, BC), Enterprise 3PLs, and Regional Warehouses.
Head-to-Head BC 3PL Pricing Matrix
| Fee Category (CAD) | BulldogOS (BC) | ShipBob (Surrey, BC) | Enterprise BC 3PLs | Regional Metro Van |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Minimum Penalty | $0.00 Penalty | ~$375 CAD activity min | $2,000–$5,000/mo min | $500–$1,500/mo min |
| Platform / Software Fee | $150.00 / mo | Included in min spend | Bundled in high retainer | $150–$350/mo licensing |
| Included Free Storage | 1 Free Pallet Spot | 0 Free Pallets | 0 Free Pallets | 0 Free Pallets |
| Standard Pallet Storage | $26.00 / mo | $53.50 / mo | $22.00–$28.00 | $25.00–$40.00 |
| Velocity Storage Discounts | $20, $14, $8 & $0 Free | ❌ Flat $53.50 | ❌ Flat monthly | ❌ Flat monthly |
| Pallet Consolidation Engine | $12.50 flat fee | ❌ None (pays full rent) | Hourly special project | $45–$65/hr labor |
| DTC Pick & Pack (1st Item) | $2.35 – $3.50 | $3.20 – $4.50+ | $2.40 – $3.25 | $3.25 – $6.00 |
| Inbound Receiving | $12/pallet • $1.75/ctn | $46.50–$60.00/hr | $10.00–$16.00/pallet | $15.00–$25.00/pallet |
| Home Fulfill Label Print | $0.25 / label | ❌ Not supported | ❌ Not supported | ❌ Not supported |
Scenario A: The Emerging Brand
250 Orders • 3 Pallets
| Cost Item | BulldogOS | ShipBob | Regional 3PL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform Fee | $150.00 | $0.00 | $150.00 |
| Storage (3 Pallets) | $52.00 (1 free) | $160.50 | $90.00 |
| Pick & Pack (250) | $875.00 | $925.00 | |
| Packaging & Slip | $37.50 | Included | $62.50 |
| Minimum Penalty | $0.00 | $0.00 | $260.00 |
| TOTAL MONTHLY | $1,114.50 | $1,085.50* | $1,500.00 |
* ShipBob receiving is billed hourly ($46.50–$60/hr); storage is 3× higher. Regional penalizes with minimum shortfall.
Scenario B: The Scaling Brand
800 Orders • 10 Pallets
| Cost Item | BulldogOS | ShipBob | Enterprise 3PL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform Fee | $150.00 | $0.00 | Bundled |
| Storage (10 Pallets) | $156.00* | $535.00 | $260.00 |
| Pallet Consolidation | $12.50 (1 time) | $0.00 (empty air) | $0.00 (empty air) |
| Pick & Pack (800) | $2,400.00 | $2,720.00 | $2,240.00 |
| Packaging & Slip | $120.00 | Included | $160.00 |
| Minimum Penalty | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1,000.00+ min |
| TOTAL MONTHLY | $2,838.50 | $3,255.00 | $3,660.00 |
* BulldogOS: 1 Free + 2 @ $0 Free Yield + 1 Consolidated saved + 6 @ $26. Saves $416–$821/mo!
Omnichannel Technology & AI Capabilities Matrix
| Technology & Operational Pillar | BulldogOS (BC) | ShipBob (Surrey) | Enterprise BC 3PLs | Regional Metro Van |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shopify / WooCommerce Sync | ✅ Native Real-Time | ✅ Native App | ⚠️ Middleware (CartRover) | ⚠️ Manual CSV / EDI |
| TikTok Shop & Amazon FBM | ✅ Included Free | ✅ Supported | ⚠️ Custom API fees | ❌ Rare / Not supported |
| Multi-Location Inventory Sync | ✅ Warehouse + Home + Store | ⚠️ ShipBob hubs only | ⚠️ Enterprise ERP only | ❌ Single facility only |
| Hybrid Fulfill-From-Home Support | ✅ Native ($0.25/label) | ❌ Warehouse floor only | ❌ Warehouse floor only | ❌ Warehouse floor only |
| 1-Click Order Transfer to Warehouse | ✅ Instant in portal | ❌ Not available | ❌ Not available | ❌ Not available |
| USPS Pacific Northwest Line-Haul | ✅ Scheduled Direct WA | ⚠️ Multi-facility routing | ❌ Broker LTL only | ❌ Canada Post intl. |
| Pallet Consolidation Engine | ✅ Automated ($12.50) | ❌ None | ❌ Manual project | ❌ Hourly ($45–$65/hr) |
| AI Desktop (Claude Cowork / GPT) | ✅ Native OpenAPI / MCP | ❌ Closed portal | ❌ Legacy ERP | ❌ Spreadsheets only |
| Automated AI PO Restock Drafting | ✅ Webhook & event-ready | ❌ Native portal only | ❌ Custom EDI dev | ❌ Manual PO entry |
| Live Audit-Ready Billing Ledger | ✅ Real-time event log | ⚠️ Delayed invoicing | ⚠️ Month-end PDF | ⚠️ Month-end PDF |
| Direct Warehouse Floor Support | ✅ Phone, WhatsApp, Slack | ❌ Zendesk tickets | ⚠️ Account manager | ✅ Direct floor manager |
Frequently Asked Pricing Questions
How does the $0.00 Free Pallet Storage work?
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Storage velocity is evaluated independently per pallet position. When a single pallet's SKUs generate $1,000 CAD or more in monthly pick and pack handling fees (typically 250+ orders from that pallet), BulldogOS waives the storage fee entirely for that pallet ($0.00 / Free). In addition, Track A includes 1 Free Pallet spot by default.
Is the velocity storage discount account-wide or per pallet?
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It is evaluated independently per individual pallet position. Fast-turning hero SKUs earn deep discounts ($20, $14, $8, or $0.00 Free), while slow-moving reserve inventory on other pallets is billed at the standard rate of $26.00/mo. Earning 250 orders on one pallet does not make all pallets free. This ensures you are rewarded for velocity without subsidizing stagnant stock.
What is the Automated Pallet Consolidation Engine?
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As orders ship out, pallets deplete to 20%–35% capacity. Traditional 3PLs continue billing full monthly rent for half-empty pallets. BulldogOS automatically detects when two depleted pallets can fit into one physical pallet position (≤ 85% max volume). For a one-time $12.50 CAD labor fee, we combine them, saving you $26.00 CAD every month moving forward.
What is the difference between Track A and Track B (BYOC)?
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Track A ($150/mo) uses Bulldog's pre-negotiated commercial carrier accounts (Canada Post, USPS, UPS, FedEx, Purolator) with deep enterprise volume discounts, and includes 1 Free Pallet spot. Track B ($395/mo) is for enterprise merchants who insist on connecting their own direct carrier accounts where Bulldog does not manage the shipping dispatch, and does not include a free pallet spot.
Can I fulfill some orders from home while storing inventory with you?
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Yes! Unlike traditional 3PLs, BulldogOS supports hybrid multi-location fulfillment. You can store bulk inventory in our warehouse while fulfilling custom, fragile, or small-batch orders from home. You can print 4x6 labels and packing slips from your home desk for just $0.25/label, with tracking automatically synced to your Shopify store.
How does the AI Desktop integration work (Claude Cowork / ChatGPT)?
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BulldogOS provides structured, secure OpenAPI endpoints and exportable data feeds. You can connect your live inventory directly into Claude Cowork / Projects or ChatGPT Desktop to ask natural-language questions like 'Which pallets qualify for consolidation this week?' or have AI automatically draft supplier purchase orders based on real-time sales velocity.
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