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Prep center · Fort Worth, TX

Marketplace Prep

Fort Worth, TXFounded 2020marketplaceprep.com ↗+1-817-841-9711

Reviewed · 2026-10-05

Website online · checked 2026-10-19

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Multi-service

Prep-primary operation with a real co-primary line (fulfillment, packaging, sourcing, or storage), disclosed on this profile.

Editor summary

Marketplace Prep is an Amazon FBA prep center in Fort Worth, Texas, founded by James McConnell and operating since 2020. It is a multi-service operator that also offers DTC, wholesale, Walmart WFS, and B2B fulfillment, with Amazon FBA prep as its productized core. Volume-tiered per-unit prep runs from $1.50/unit (500 to 1,000 units per month) to $0.75/unit (3,001+), with nine core services included per tier and an itemized add-on schedule. Third-party reviews as of 2026-09-28: Trustpilot TrustScore 4.4 from 11 reviews, Clutch 5.0 from 2 reviews.

Owner / operator:
James McConnell
Operating since:
2020 (6 yrs)

At a glance

2020Founded6 yrs operating
12Servicesprep + adjacent

Services offered

Services offered

FNSKU labeling
Amazon's per-seller-per-SKU barcode applied before inventory enters an FC. Required for FBA.
Inspection
Per-unit visual and functional QC. Catches damage before Amazon's receive team does.
Bundling
Bundling multiple SKUs into a single buyable unit (e.g., starter packs, gift sets).
Prep
Receiving, labeling, repackaging your inventory to Amazon's exact specs before each shipment.
Polybagging
Suffocation-warning polybagging for soft, fragile, or multi-pack items per Amazon's prep policy.
Bubble wrap
Bubble-wrap protection for fragile units (glass, ceramic, electronics) before shipment.
B2B fulfillment
Amazon B2B / wholesale prep including palletization and case-pack requirements.
Long-term storage
Bulk storage beyond Amazon's 6-month long-term limit, often cheaper than FC overage fees.
Expiration-date scan
Expiration-date scanning and rotation for FBA's required date-coded inventory.
Walmart prep
Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) prep alongside FBA prep.
Kitting
Combining loose components into a single SKU before sending to Amazon. Reduces FBA fees.
DTC fulfillment
Direct-to-consumer pick-pack-ship fulfillment for Shopify, WooCommerce, and other DTC channels.

Pricing

$$mid

Volume-tiered per-unit FBA prep: Bronze $1.50/unit (500-1000/mo), Silver $1.25/unit (1001-3000), Gold $0.75/unit (3001-10000), Platinum from $0.75/unit (10000+); all tiers include nine core prep services, billed on actual monthly outbound US unit volume, month-to-month. Add-ons: bundling/multipacks +$0.50 for each unit beyond the first, bubble bags +$0.50 to $0.95 by bag size, bubble wrap +$0.25 to $0.35/ft, oversize +$2 to the base rate, product inserts +$0.10, sticker removal +$0.75. Storage $1/pallet/day for inventory that cannot be processed right away (no storage fee while inventory is actively being prepped and shipped); outbound pallet and supplies $20 each; case forwarding $5, in place of per-unit prep when cases ship sealed and unopened. Medium, large and special oversize, heavy products, product boxes, complex inspection and kitting are quote-based. Source: https://marketplaceprep.com/prep-pricing (2026-09-28).

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FAQ

Common questions about Marketplace Prep.

Where is Marketplace Prep located?
Marketplace Prep operates out of 1925 Golden Heights Road, Suite 200 in Fort Worth, TX.
What services does Marketplace Prep offer?
Marketplace Prep offers 12 core services: FNSKU labeling, Inspection, Bundling, Prep, Polybagging, Bubble wrap, B2B fulfillment, Long-term storage, Expiration-date scan, Walmart prep, Kitting, DTC fulfillment. See the Services Offered section above for a one-line description of each.
What does Marketplace Prep charge?
Marketplace Prep pricing: Volume-tiered per-unit FBA prep: Bronze $1.50/unit (500-1000/mo), Silver $1.25/unit (1001-3000), Gold $0.75/unit (3001-10000), Platinum from $0.75/unit (10000+); all tiers include nine core prep services, billed on actual monthly outbound US unit volume, month-to-month. Add-ons: bundling/multipacks +$0.50 for each unit beyond the first, bubble bags +$0.50 to $0.95 by bag size, bubble wrap +$0.25 to $0.35/ft, oversize +$2 to the base rate, product inserts +$0.10, sticker removal +$0.75. Storage $1/pallet/day for inventory that cannot be processed right away (no storage fee while inventory is actively being prepped and shipped); outbound pallet and supplies $20 each; case forwarding $5, in place of per-unit prep when cases ship sealed and unopened. Medium, large and special oversize, heavy products, product boxes, complex inspection and kitting are quote-based. Source: https://marketplaceprep.com/prep-pricing (2026-09-28).
Is Marketplace Prep currently accepting new clients?
Marketplace Prep indicates they are accepting new clients as of our last review. Capacity changes seasonally, especially during Q4 prep season. Confirm directly via their website or phone before committing volume.
Does Marketplace Prep handle hazmat?
We have not recorded a yes or no on hazmat for Marketplace Prep. If you sell batteries, aerosols, flammables, or lithium cells, confirm in writing with Marketplace Prep which hazard classes they take before committing volume; many prep centers do not handle these categories.
How long has Marketplace Prep been operating?
Marketplace Prep has been operating since 2020 (6 years as of our last review). Established operating history relative to most prep centers in the directory.

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