General policy


1. Order Acceptance
Orders are subject to confirmation, approval of artwork and credit approval; on domestic custom orders manufacturing time and availability of material is also a consideration.
2. Lead Times
On custom domestic production, shipping date averages 3-4 weeks from order entry. Lead times are subject to receipt of camera-ready artwork, paper proof approvals, pre-production samples (if required), availability of materials, credit approvals, quantity ordered, and production schedule at time of order placement. Shipping date confirmations are made at time of order entry. On stock product, shipping averages 5-7 days from order entry. Lead times are subject to receipt of camera-ready artwork, paper proof approvals, printed samples (if required), and credit approvals. Shipping date confirmations are made at time of order entry.
3.

Artwork
Pricing is based on customer-supplied and pre-approved professionally prepared camera-ready artwork, e-mail, or disk. Acceptable disk formats are: Illustrator, Photoshop, Quark Express, Pagemaker, and Freehand. The standard hourly rate $50(V) per hour will apply for any needed changes, touch-ups, separations. Estimated art charges will be supplied upon request after review of art. Invoiced amount will reflect actual hours spent. Art will be enlarged or reduced, at no charge, to fit maximum imprint size unless otherwise directed.

4. Samples
Custom random samples are available and can be loaned at your request for up to 30 days. Standard shipping will be at no charge. Expedited freight will be charged to your account. Samples must be returned in original condition. Samples not returned will be billed to the recipient at replacement cost. Up to three stock samples per order are available at no charge with customer-provided shipping account number. Stock samples may not be returned.
5. Pre-Production Samples
If required, domestic printed pre-production samples are available at $50(V). For stock merchandise paper proofs are available and will be automatically submitted at no charge. Printed pre-production stock samples will be charged at $15(V) per color.
6. Custom Samples
Custom-designed unimprinted samples can be made to your requirements. Minimum charge is $50(V). Please get a quotation at time of request. This charge will be rebated on the production order. The sample remains the property of Bernard.
7. Bag Sizes
All sizes are approximate and finished goods may vary plus or minus 1/2 inch in each direction.
8. Fabric Color and Variation
We cannot guarantee against variances in color, weave, backing, or finish. Repeat orders may vary from previous order. Similar colors of different materials do not match.
9. Order Revisions and Cancellations
Inclusion of request made after order has been placed will be attempted, but not guaranteed, depending on manufacturing process. Revisions requiring added labor, special handling or rush service will require an additional quotation for your approval. Increases in quantity will require a confirmation of acceptance, which will depend on availability of material and time. Reductions in quantity may result in increased costs and are subject to Bernard acceptance. Re-stocking available only on blank stock products at a 15% charge.
10. Over and Under-runs
We reserve the right to ship up to 5% over or 5% under the actual quantity ordered. If overrun not acceptable, customer must accept risk of 10% under-run. Exact amount shipped will be amount billed.
11. Terms
Net 30 days for credit-approved customers. Visa and Mastercard accepted.
12. Packing and Shipping
Unless otherwise specified, all items are quoted bulk packed and shipped via UPS, FedEx ground or best way. Special requirements must accompany purchase order and can be quoted separately. Delivery to multiple locations are subject to handling charges of $7.50(V) per location.
13. FOB
Custom domestic- Miami, FL factory (4R)
Stock import- Los Angeles, CA warehouse (5R).

 


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