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In order to minimize misunderstandings and enable us to furnish a quick and proper quote, please ensure that the following information is provided when a quotation is requested: a) Exact form of payment: i.e. FFSBLC, FFDLC, BG, Automatic Revolving LC, etc. b) Whether LC will be transferable and issued or confirmed by a top 25 World Prime Bank.
The following information is requested for quotation purposes: - Product / Commodity type with exact specifications - Total order quantity - Requested packaging - Destination (unloading port / airport) - Shipments (delivery schedule)
DOCUMENTARY PROCEDURES
1 - BUYER sends LOI (letter of Intent) + BCL (Bank Comfort Letter) or LOI with bank details with end buyer´s letterhead and authorization for the SELLER to conduct a Soft Probe
2 - SELLER sends FCO (Full Corporate Offer) in favor of the BUYER
3 - BUYER returns FCO signed and stamped accepting price and terms of sale and issues ICPO (Irrevocable Confirmed Purchase Order)
4 - SELLER approves and sends the draft contract
5 - BUYER approves, signs, returns the contract and sends a draft copy of the LC from a top 25 World Bank
6 - POP (Proof of Products) and POF (Proof of Funds) are exchanged bank-to-bank
7 - BUYER emits a non operative LC
8 - SELLER emits 2% PB (Performance Bond)
9 - Shipments commence as per contract
IMPORTANT:
LOI must be issued by the END BUYER (not intermediaries) BCL must be issued by the END BUYER´s bank and can be sent either via e-mail or via swift to the SELLER´s bank
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