This load/rate confirmation is incorporated by reference into the Broker/Carrier
Agreement and any revisions between the parties.
Drivers assigned to deliver the freight must have sufficient hours of service to
comply with applicable FMCSA hours of service regulations.
All drivers are required to check call everyday (including Sat. Sun. and
Holidays) between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM eastern time.
Seals should be noted and signed on BOLs. When load is sealed, the
driver/carrier cannot break any seal, or there will be a claim charged to the
carrier. Driver must have a minimum of 2 load locks to secure the load. After
hours, drivers are required to inspect load before truck is legally sealed. Do NOT
break seal.
Trucker Tools and/or Fourkites GPS Tracking is a requirement for all carriers.
Carrier/driver is responsible for loading properly. The load must be secured
prior to leaving the facility. All issues should be noted on the BOLs. If BOLs
state overages, shortages, or damages, do not leave the receiver without calling
Rige Logistics. Carrier will be responsible for any OS&Ds not reported.
Contact Rige Logistics immediately if any concerns.
In-order to satisfy the specifications of the shipper, consignee, or beneficial
owner of the freight any information supplied by the broker verbally or in writing
may include but is not limited to routes, pick- up and delivery times, dates,
special freight handling requirements such as bracing and blocking, dimensions,
and weight.
The carrier assumes full responsibility forthe means and manner of loading with
securing the freight and the conduct and performance of its driver. In the event a
shipper denies carrier access to the loading process or observation of process the
bill of lading shall bemarked (SLC) shipper load and count. Only in this event the
carrier shall not be liable for any cargo damage that resulted in improper loading
by the shipper.
All drivers are subject to direction, control, and supervision of
carrier/dispatcher and not the Broker.
Once a load is delivered in full, the carrier is responsible forimmediately
suppling the broker with the receiver signed BOLs.
As a matter of due diligence, if any vehicle being used by Carrier is not 100%
wholly owned, upon request by Broker and prior to transporting any freight
hereunder, Carrier will furnish a copy of the lease agreement or rental agreement
between both parties, the last four digits ofthe truck’s vehicle
identification number, as well as proof of insurance for said truck.
By signing this load/rate confirmation agreement (and/or transporting the
shipment, even if it is not signed), the rate price above shall be final.
All carriers hauling produce commodities must pulp product if shipper allows
driver to do so. If any temperature differentials of plus (+) 2
degree or minus (-) 2 degrees, the driver must report the
temperature immediately to a Rige Logisitcs broker. (all reefer loads must have a
downloadable trailer)
FUEL INFORMATION
Advances are limited to 40% of the line haul rate, not to exceed $3000 and no
more than $1000 per 24-hour period.
A fee of $25.00 for all fuel advances will be deducted from your invoice for
each fuel advance.
ACCOUNTING INFORMATION
Afee of $7.50 per pallet will be charged on loads that the carrier is
responsible to supply pallets for exchange, and they do not.
If a lumper fee is added to the rate sheet it is only an
estimate and is not IN ADDITION to the flat
rate.
A restack will need prior approval from the broker and pictures provided
immediately. If procedure is not followed, carrier may risk restack fee not being
reimbursed.
All quick pay fees are subject to change at any time without priornotification.
If you are quick pay options in your set-up packet and are currently set-up as a
quick pay carrier, email your paperwork to
ismailk@rigelogistics.com.
To process a normal payment (30 days), the paperwork including your invoice,
BOLs and any accessorial fees related to the load needsto be submitted within 2
weeks unless otherwise noted under Special Instructions. The BOLs must be legible
and full pages. If an advance for unloading is issued and the receipt/receipts are
not provided with your invoice and BOLs this will result in a short payment. Email
your paperwork to ismailk@rigelogistics.com in PDF format.
If original BOLs are required, please mail paperwork to Rige Logistics. Physical
address 10411 Motor City Dr, Unit 500 Bethesda, MD 20817, Maryland, USA.
If you do not have access to email documents, they may be sent to Transflo.
Transflo is available at most major truck stops. A convenience fee of $3.00 will
be deducted from your final payment for each instance that Transflo is used within
each load. Please use our code, "RIGE" to send documents using Transflo.
As a courtesy we have auto generated emails that will inform you if paperwork is
missing and we also have a web portal that you can access to view your loads and
the paperwork on file. You can upload to our web portal any missing
paperwork.