Whether you already have a fleet of vans or have always wanted to start your own delivery business, becoming an Amazon delivery company may be for you.
Fortunately it’s pretty easy to become an Amazon delivery company, however you need to make sure you have everything lined up to run an efficient fleet to make the most out of every delivery.
We’ve compiled a complete list of all the “have to’s and other highly recommended tools to help you become a successful Amazon delivery company.
Amazon Logistics Services “Have To’s”
First things first, the “have to’s” or all the things Amazon requires you to have before you apply to become an amazon delivery company.
Amazon’s delivery company checklist
- Delivery vehicles – own at least 5 cargo vans or similiar vehicle (200 cubic feet or larger)
- Drivers
- Driver and safety training programs
- Insurance coverage – Commercial general liability: $1,000,000; business automotive liability: $1,000,000; workers’ comp: $1,000,000; cargo legal liability: $25,000
Once you have this checklist covered, you’re ready to sign up to be an Amazon delivery company.
The Last Tool You’re Missing: A Fuel Card
Vans, check. Drivers, check. Safety programs, check. Insurance coverage, check. Now it’s time to start delivering.
Now you have 5 to 20 drivers running different routes all day long to deliver packages, and the vans are running out of gas or diesel. You can give everyone a company credit card, but now you have to monitor every purchase to make sure your drivers are only purchasing fuel.
I guess you could wake up every morning before your driver’s routes and meet them at the gas station to fuel every vehicle one by one. At least you’ll have control over every purchase, but that’s exhausting. Not to mention what if a driver needs fuel later in the day?
That’s where a fleet fuel card comes in handy. A fleet fuel card is made to only purchase fuel and give you the control to make sure your drivers are only purchasing fuel when you want them to. See how a fleet fuel card can help you here.
