Rate confirmation checklist
A short review before you tender and dispatch.
- Match the legal carrier name and MC/USDOT number to your vetting record.
- Confirm origin, destination, appointment times and reference numbers.
- Record the agreed rate, accessorials and detention terms.
- Confirm equipment type, commodity, weight and special handling.
- Confirm driver, truck, trailer and dispatch contact.
- Review payment instructions through a known channel if changed.
- Save the signed rate con and verification notes with the load.
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