Customers can purchase bulk or
case quantities of in stock products and case or smaller
quantities of products the Co-op does not regularly carry.
Special orders need to be a full case, sack, bag, or
whatever form the item comes from the wholesaler in to
qualify for case pricing. If you're not sure what
constitutes a case of a certain item, ask the department
buyer. The price is calculated at 20% over wholesale cost
for current members, and 10% below retail cost for
non-current members and non-members. Beer and wine products
only qualify for a 5% case discount. (The regular 2% member
discount does not apply to case orders.)
If an item is available from a wholesaler in an amount less
than a case, called an “each”, it will be priced at regular
retail cost. Please note that some wholesalers may require a
minimum order. These items qualify for the 2% member
discounts.
Special Order prices and availability are not guaranteed.
Wholesale prices may change between the time the customer
places the order and the time it is received by the Co-op.
Buyers do their best to try to obtain the product in a
timely manner, but product availability, supplier minimums,
and infrequency of ordering from certain vendors may cause
delays.
A deposit of 20% may be required for products that the Co-op
does not regularly stock. The deposit is non-refundable,
unless the product is unavailable.
When a Special Order is received, the customer will be
notified. Non-perishable items must be picked up within two
weeks unless other arrangements are made. Perishables must
be picked up within one week, no exceptions.
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