How can I assess whether a packaging machine supplier's spare-part prices are reasonable?
• Benchmark wear-part unit prices (heat-seal jaw, cutter, film pull roller) against market average; >30% deviation needs justification.
• Verify OEM serial numbers and warranty on spares; high-priced generic parts without serials indicate markup.
• Request BOM-level quotes; servo motors and PLC modules should be <15% of machine price.
• Assess MOQ and lead time; >8 weeks delivery with >30% expedite fee is unreasonable.
• Obtain 12-month historical transaction prices; annual increase >CPI+5% warrants renegotiation.
• Verify OEM serial numbers and warranty on spares; high-priced generic parts without serials indicate markup.
• Request BOM-level quotes; servo motors and PLC modules should be <15% of machine price.
• Assess MOQ and lead time; >8 weeks delivery with >30% expedite fee is unreasonable.
• Obtain 12-month historical transaction prices; annual increase >CPI+5% warrants renegotiation.