April 15, 2021
To: Convoy Customers
Re: Industry Information
I am writing in response to all the recent industry correspondence we’ve been sending regarding product increases and numerous shortages from all areas of construction. We have already seen several increase notices – in some cases double and triple notices – from most of our vendors early in 2021. Several manufactures have already announced long lead times, suspension of orders and allocation which may very well lead to force majeure.
As a result, the market has already begun to see a significant shift with escalating prices and decreased product availability. We do not anticipate this changing until well into the 4th quarter of 2021.
Convoy has no choice but to pass all these increases on from our vendors and are forced to tighten our quote expiration to 30 days. We will make sure that you will be notified in a timely manner as we get any more increases from our vendors.
We ask every contractor to please make sure that if you have jobs secured to pass it on to your local Convoy Branch or appointed salesperson immediately. This will help us get orders secured and processed to meet your deadlines.
We have always tried to be transparent with our customers and pass on important information pertaining to the market and your business. These are unprecedented times and challenges we are all facing together.
We would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation for your continued support and we look forward to serving you and your product needs in the future.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your local Convoy representative or directly to me.
Thank you,
Jamie Mantle
Vice-President Sales
Convoy Supply Ltd.
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