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Nottingham & Derby Couriers

3179
Original Poster

I called a courier company to price us on a weekly ongoing NHS job of only 11 miles.

They said sorry we do not quote any job below 50 miles.

I said can't you price it on a minimum charge and he said no sorry we don't do that.

Their website said the usual " Any item, anytime, anywhere.

This was for 1 box once a week.

What do the rest of you think?

RAPID LIGHT TRANSPORT LTD.

2848

Its their business so they can run it how they like. I'm sure there will be plenty of others who would take it on... ...

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

If I was in your area I would be more than happy to quote you... Could you not quote on it Allen as your both close to each other?

RAPID LIGHT TRANSPORT LTD.

2848

Gary, I have my own customers so not looking for subbie work. :)

RAPID LIGHT TRANSPORT LTD.

2848

It might not be in this area anyway Gary, as I am sure N&D would do it themselves?

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

Ok just a thought... Not that youve already thought about it.. Sorry if i put you on the spot abit

Barnsley Shipping

5

I can see where they might be comming from I have to be a bit careful what I commit to we have 1800 miles a week of contract work and everything and everybody has to be where they need to be. Its easier for me to commit to small local jobs than long runs and that isthe case for most small companies

Nottingham & Derby Couriers

3179
Original Poster

The job is Matlock to chesterfield but the client want us to do it now and they are willing to cover the dead miles for us.

PW Courier Services

1302

I am 60 miles away from Matlock, would they pay 80pm for my dead mileage

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

As it happens.... Im closer than I thought

AJM sameday Couriers

3440

I'm only 86 miles away

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

Ok if its miles you want.. I'm 24.3 from Matlock and 15.2 from Chesterfield, thats the direct shortest direct route on both but not the quickest, unless your on a BIKE! :)

RAPID LIGHT TRANSPORT LTD.

2848

Looks Like the Job is yours then Gary. Ha Ha :)

AJM sameday Couriers

3440

Ok, I could stop over at my nieces in Chesterfield

AJM sameday Couriers

3440

Thanks Alan, I will set off now

RAPID LIGHT TRANSPORT LTD.

2848

Too many Gary's LOL

1st one there can have it!

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

RAPID LIGHT TRANSPORT LTD. said:


Looks Like the Job is yours then Gary. Ha Ha :)

Not really ... Not posted in work section.. And depends on whos quoted.. You know me wont do it for peanuts..

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

I think wires are crossed somewhere

RAPID LIGHT TRANSPORT LTD.

2848

Gas Motorcycle Couriers said:


RAPID LIGHT TRANSPORT LTD. said:


Looks Like the Job is yours then Gary. Ha Ha :)

Not really ... Not posted in work section.. And depends on whos quoted.. You know me wont do it for peanuts..

Yep and I know you do a good job too!

Don't blame you not working for peanuts it just drives the prices down!

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

Certainly drives the prices down..

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

And thank you for your kind comment.. Im now blushing.. lol

Nottingham & Derby Couriers

3179
Original Poster

We don't pay peanuts!

What about chocolate covered Brazil nuts?

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

As long as they are covered in 24 carrot gold weighing about 8 oz each...

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

That's killed that then.

Phax

2250

Did someone mention peanuts?

Gas Motorcycle Couriers

3617

Trust you to lock onto peanuts again.. lol

Phax

2250

LOL gaz. Did you reply back to me yesterday cos I cant find thread.

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