RPP Pricing Policy

Retail Pricing Policy
Effective Date: June 1, 2023

As of June 1, 2023, all current Mel’s MFG. diesel exhaust kits are subject to a minimum Retail Pricing Policy (RPP). This policy establishes the minimum allowable sale and advertised price for Mel’s diesel exhaust systems and EGR kits in Canada. It applies to all Canadian retailers, jobbers, dealers, and wholesale distributors (resellers) when selling to end retail users. Please read this policy carefully.

Retail Pricing Policy Guidelines

  1. Minimum Price Requirement: The RPP sets the minimum price for advertisement or sale of products covered under this policy.
  2. Pricing Information: Contact your distributor for the most up-to-date RPP pricing.
  3. Policy Scope: The policy applies to all Mel’s MFG. diesel exhaust systems and race pipe kits.
  4. Compliance: Resellers, jobbers, dealers, and distributors must not advertise, sell, or offer Mel’s MFG. Diesel Exhaust Systems below the minimum RPP to retail customers or end users.
  5. Policy Coverage: This policy extends to walk-ins, phone orders, online communications, instant messages, or any instance where a price is offered, verbally or electronically.
  6. Discounts and Offers:
    • Not Allowed: Instant rebates, coupons, or any method resulting in a net sale price below the RPP.
    • Permitted: Free shipping or free installation, as these do not violate the RPP.
    • Annual Allowance: Each year, from Black Friday through Cyber Monday, resellers are allowed to offer a maximum discount of 10% below the RPP.
  7. Auctions:
    • Not Permitted: Auction sales are prohibited unless the starting price is at or above the RPP of the listed item.
    • Permitted: "Buy-It-Now" auctions are acceptable if the listed item is priced at or above the RPP.
  8. Bundling: Combining Mel’s MFG. products in a kit or bundle for a price lower than the individual RPPs is strictly prohibited.

Violation Protocol

In case of a violation, report it to our pricing department via email at sales@melsmfg.com with details. Mel’s MFG. will respond based on the severity and frequency of violations:

  • First Notification: Violators will be given a 48-hour notice to comply.
  • Continued Non-Compliance: If violations persist, all pending orders will be canceled, and future orders will not be accepted.
  • Loss of Reseller Status: Violations may lead to the loss of reseller status and permission to use Mel’s MFG. copyrighted materials (e.g., marketing material, images, product descriptions).
  • Do Not Sell List: Violators will be added to a "Do Not Sell List" shared with all distributors.

Policy Intent and Acceptance

Mel’s MFG. is committed to the quality and performance of its products and aims to provide the best customer service. This policy is intended to maintain the integrity and profitability of Mel’s MFG. products, allowing us to continue delivering the highest quality parts and services to our customers.

No written or verbal acceptance of this policy is required from resellers. Resellers are free to comply or not comply; however, non-compliance will result in the termination of the business relationship. This RPP does not constitute an agreement or contract between Mel’s MFG. and its resellers. The policy is non-negotiable.