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Prep center · Lafayette, OR

Network Prep

Lafayette, ORFounded 2019networkprep.com ↗

Reviewed · 2026-09-28

Website online · checked 2026-10-19

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Prep specialist

Editor summary

  • Operating since 2019 (7 years)
  • Tax-free Oregon location (no inventory sales tax)
  • 5,000 sqft warehouse

Network Prep is an Amazon FBA prep center in sales-tax-free Lafayette, Oregon, founded in late 2019 by Chaz and Trista Leslie of the Side Hustle Network YouTube channel. They run a 5,000 sq ft facility on a fixed weekly shipment schedule with a 1 business day turnaround. Base prep runs $1.00 to $1.65 per unit by monthly volume with polybags, bubble wrap, and shipping boxes included; they also handle hazmat, oversize, and merchant-fulfillment orders for Amazon and Walmart sellers. As of June 2026 the center runs an application-based intake with limited spots (the earlier waitlist-only status has lifted); the operator reviews every application and replies within 1-2 business days.

Owner / operator:
Charles (Chaz) Leslie and Trista Leslie
Stated turnaround:
1 business day
Operating since:
2019 (7 yrs)

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At a glance

2019Founded7 yrs operating
11Servicesprep + adjacent
1 business dayTurnaroundstated SLA
5kWarehouse5,000 sqft

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.
Long-term storage
Bulk storage beyond Amazon's 6-month long-term limit, often cheaper than FC overage fees.
Walmart prep
Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) prep alongside FBA prep.
FBM fulfillment
Fulfilled-by-Merchant order pick-pack-ship for Amazon orders that bypass FBA.
Hazmat prep
Handling for some hazmat-classified items, such as aerosols or flammables, which most prep centers won't take. Classes vary by operator, so confirm yours in writing.
DTC fulfillment
Direct-to-consumer pick-pack-ship fulfillment for Shopify, WooCommerce, and other DTC channels.

Pricing

$$mid

Published rates: https://networkprep.com/services-and-pricing. Base per-unit by monthly volume: 0-1k $1.65; 1k-2k $1.35; 2k-3k $1.15; 3k-4k $1.10; 4k-5k $1.00; 5k+ custom enterprise rate. Multipacks/bundles up to 5 units $1/extra unit. Polybags + bubble wrap included; shipping boxes $1; sticker removal $0.20; Funko Pops $2.75; shoes $3 ($4.50 brown-boxed); hazmat $5/outbound box; small oversize $3, large oversize $5; merchant fulfillment $3.50/order + $0.50/extra unit. Requirements: Inventory Lab subscription, ~300 units/month minimum, $99 sign-up fee, 1 year minimum Amazon selling experience. Do-not-accept list (June 2026): glass and breakables, spray-nozzle cleaners, pet food, extra-large items, plug-in fragrances, books, eBay/Mercari items, liquidation, pots and pans, items over 5 lbs or 24 inches.

Retrieved 2026-06-01

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What sellers say

Public testimonials.

Quoted verbatim from the center's own marketing as of 2026-06-01. We have not independently contacted these clients.

  • “This was my first experience using a prep center and Network Prep made it very easy! They were always in constant communication and my shipments went out weekly on the same day. Would highly recommend.”

    Lauren M.

  • “Just started with Network Prep Oregon and I am impressed! Chaz and team have all been very professional and communicate very well. I love the weekly shipment to Amazon and that I have a set day of the week and someone assigned to my shipment. Highly recommended!”

    Michelle K.

  • “Great prep center in Oregon. Very transparent with how they work. Easy to upload your products and great staff that gets your items out the door to Amazon.”

    Jeff Vaka

  • “We wouldn't trust our inventory to anyone else. Very happy with the service.”

    Tammi E.

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FAQ

Common questions about Network Prep.

Where is Network Prep located?
Network Prep operates out of 293 W 3rd St., Lafayette, OR 97127 in Lafayette, OR. OR has no statewide sales tax. Whether that changes a seller's own tax obligations depends on the seller's situation, not on the prep center.
What services does Network Prep offer?
Network Prep offers 11 core services: FNSKU labeling, Inspection, Bundling, Prep, Polybagging, Bubble wrap, Long-term storage, Walmart prep, FBM fulfillment, Hazmat prep, DTC fulfillment. See the Services Offered section above for a one-line description of each.
What does Network Prep charge?
Network Prep pricing: Published rates: https://networkprep.com/services-and-pricing. Base per-unit by monthly volume: 0-1k $1.65; 1k-2k $1.35; 2k-3k $1.15; 3k-4k $1.10; 4k-5k $1.00; 5k+ custom enterprise rate. Multipacks/bundles up to 5 units $1/extra unit. Polybags + bubble wrap included; shipping boxes $1; sticker removal $0.20; Funko Pops $2.75; shoes $3 ($4.50 brown-boxed); hazmat $5/outbound box; small oversize $3, large oversize $5; merchant fulfillment $3.50/order + $0.50/extra unit. Requirements: Inventory Lab subscription, ~300 units/month minimum, $99 sign-up fee, 1 year minimum Amazon selling experience. Do-not-accept list (June 2026): glass and breakables, spray-nozzle cleaners, pet food, extra-large items, plug-in fragrances, books, eBay/Mercari items, liquidation, pots and pans, items over 5 lbs or 24 inches.
Is Network Prep currently accepting new clients?
Network 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 Network Prep handle hazmat?
Yes. Network Prep states that it takes at least some hazmat items. The pricing answer above includes their stated hazmat terms. Hazard classes, quantity limits and pre-approval rules differ by operator, so confirm in writing which classes Network Prep takes before shipping batteries, aerosols, flammables, or lithium cells.
How long has Network Prep been operating?
Network Prep has been operating since 2019 (7 years as of our last review). Established operating history relative to most prep centers in the directory.

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