2,650 Tons of HRC Q235B Steel Coils to the Philippines: Fast Supply That Helped the Client Win the Tender

I. Project Background: A Tender Battle That Needed Strong Backline Support

In June 2021, a large spiral welded pipe manufacturer in the Philippines took part in a tender for raw materials for an important project, with a total requirement of 2,650 tons of HRC (hot-rolled coil) Q235B.

Winning a fiercely competitive tender requires not only a competitive end price but also an upstream supplier able to commit to a very tight delivery schedule and comprehensive after-sales support. With a genuinely competitive pricing proposal and end-to-end after-sales assurance, PAC became the client's strongest backer and helped it win the project.

II. Extreme Challenge: Urgent Delivery and Production Scheduling

Behind the joy of winning lay extreme delivery pressure. The spiral welded pipe plant needed raw material quickly to start its line, but 2,650 tons is a huge volume that no single shipment could cover. The client set a very demanding delivery rhythm:

1. First urgent batch: some stock had to be supplied immediately to catch the earliest vessel.
2. Remaining long-term volume: the balance to be produced and shipped in batches over four months, in line with the client's production consumption.
3. Compliance threshold: as a large manufacturer, the client required not only PAC's own inspection but also inspection by the international authority SGS and an LPSR (loading pre-shipment inspection report) to support local customs clearance and acceptance.

III. PAC's Hard-Core Solution: Inventory and Production Capacity as Twin Engines

Faced with such a complex delivery task, PAC's supply chain team demonstrated exceptional professionalism and coordination:

1. Seamless integration of inventory and scheduling

• 530 tons shipped in 10 days: on receiving the instruction, PAC quickly reviewed its warehouses, allocated the first 530 tons of premium coil from existing stock, completed preparation within just 10 days and booked the fastest available vessel to the Philippines, relieving the client's immediate shortage.
• 2,120 tons delivered smoothly over four months: for the remaining 2,120 tons, our team worked closely with the mill to lock in the production schedule in advance, ensuring a steady supply over the next four months in line with the client's actual consumption, keeping the production line fed without forcing the client to tie up capital in a single large stock purchase.

1. Impeccable inspection and compliant customs clearance

• Dual inspection endorsement: before the first and subsequent shipments, PAC's professional quality department inspected 100% of all coils and sent detailed inspection reports to the client for confirmation.
• SGS and LPSR certification: we actively coordinated with the international authority SGS for on-site sampling. Thanks to solid product quality, we obtained the SGS report and the LPSR certificate required by Philippine customs, clearing the way for smooth clearance at the destination port.

1. On site: a black steel Great Wall ready to move (Photos 1 and 2)

In PAC's port yard, these Q235B coils are neatly arranged like giant black tyres. Each coil carries a standard white shipping label, is bound with multiple high-strength steel straps and has neat edges with no risk of breakage. They stand in the sunlight, waiting to cross the South China Sea to the pipe workshop in the Philippines.

IV. Delivery Results and Long-Term Cooperation

Client feedback: "The client is very satisfied with our service and quality."

This is just the tip of the iceberg in PAC's long-term cooperation with Philippine clients. Through this perfect rescue and steady long-term supply, the client now regards PAC as its core raw material supplier.

At present, the two sides are in in-depth discussion on other major tender projects to follow. As we promise: PAC will continue to support the client strongly, because the pursuit of long-term win-win cooperation is our primary goal.

V. Conclusion

For large or urgent orders, PAC is the right call.

• PAC Steel hot-rolled coil and pipe steel advantages:
• Full range of hot-rolled and cold-rolled coil: professional supply of Q235B / Q355B hot-rolled coil (HRC), cold-rolled coil (CRC) and spiral welded pipe steel.
• Inventory plus scheduling as twin engines: a strong stock pool and flexible mill scheduling, supporting urgent orders from stock and smooth batch delivery.
• Cross-border compliance and worry-free clearance: familiar with SGS inspection, LPSR certificates and other customs requirements, ensuring smooth clearance.

Entrust your next hot-rolled coil, welded pipe raw material or bulk tender project to us for a worry-free, fast and more reliable experience!
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