Prep center · Newark, DE

Urva Prep Center

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Newark, DEFounded 2022urvaprep.com ↗+1-888-869-2820

Reviewed · 2026-07-22

Multi-service

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

Editor summary

Tax-free Delaware location (no inventory sales tax)
8,998+ SKUs/day stated capacity

Urva Prep Center is a multi-service Amazon FBA and Walmart WFS prep operation in tax-free Newark, Delaware, running a primary 25,000 sq ft facility at 301 Ruthar Drive plus a 10,000 sq ft site in Bear. FBA and WFS prep is the productized core, with wholesale prep from $1.00 down to $0.55/unit by volume and online-arbitrage prep from $1.50 down to $1.00/unit. Alongside prep it offers FBM and DTC order fulfillment (same-day before the 7am EST cutoff), two-step dropshipping, FTL inbound consolidation at $0.20 to $0.50/lb, shrink-wrap, and a software dashboard. Storage is free for 14 days then $0.01/unit/day. Hazmat is accepted. Because it runs fulfillment alongside prep, confirm scope directly if you want a prep-only relationship.

Owner / operator:: Anthony Tomlinson and Ethan Ward
Stated turnaround:: 24-48 hours
Operating since:: 2022 (4 yrs)

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At a glance

8,998SKUs/dayreceiving capacity

2022Founded4 yrs operating

18Servicesprep + adjacent

24-48 hoursTurnaroundstated SLA

Services offered

Prep: Receiving, labeling, repackaging your inventory to Amazon's exact specs before each shipment.
FNSKU labeling: Amazon's per-seller-per-SKU barcode applied before inventory enters an FC. Required for FBA.
Walmart prep: Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) prep alongside FBA prep.
Inspection: Per-unit visual and functional QC. Catches damage before Amazon's receive team does.
Polybagging: Suffocation-warning polybagging for soft, fragile, or multi-pack items per Amazon's prep policy.
FBM fulfillment: Fulfilled-by-Merchant order pick-pack-ship for Amazon orders that bypass FBA.
DTC fulfillment: Direct-to-consumer pick-pack-ship fulfillment for Shopify, WooCommerce, and other DTC channels.
LTL freight: LTL freight handling for inbound pallet shipments.
Long-term storage: Bulk storage beyond Amazon's 6-month long-term limit, often cheaper than FC overage fees.
Hazmat prep: Handling for hazmat-classified items (batteries, aerosols, flammables). Most prep centers won't.
Kitting: Combining loose components into a single SKU before sending to Amazon. Reduces FBA fees.
Bundling: Bundling multiple SKUs into a single buyable unit (e.g., starter packs, gift sets).
Bubble wrap: Bubble-wrap protection for fragile units (glass, ceramic, electronics) before shipment.
Removal order recv.: Receives Amazon removal orders, then inspects, restocks, or disposes per your instructions.
Shopify fulfillment: Direct-to-consumer order fulfillment for Shopify stores.
Product photography: Product photography for new ASINs or refreshed listings, shot on-site.
Multi-channel fulfillment: Order pick-pack-ship for Shopify, eBay, Walmart, or other channels alongside FBA.
Expiration-date scan: Expiration-date scanning and rotation for FBA's required date-coded inventory.

Pricing

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FBA and WFS wholesale prep from $1.00/unit down to $0.55/unit by volume tier (palletized inbound required; SPD needs pre-approval). Online-arbitrage prep $1.50/unit down to $1.00/unit by tier. FBM/DTC order fulfillment $3.00/order down to $2.50/order by volume, plus $0.50 per additional unit in the same order. $300 monthly account minimum, invoiced bi-weekly. Storage free 14 days, then $0.02/unit/day. No setup, software, or receiving fees (containers excepted: $300-$600). FTL inbound consolidation $0.20 to $0.50/lb. Same-day FBM/DTC fulfillment on orders received before the 7:00 AM EST cutoff. Full rate card on their /pricing page.

Retrieved 2026-07-22

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What sellers say

Public testimonials.

Quoted verbatim from the center's own marketing as of 2026-07-22. We have not independently contacted these clients.

“I've been using Urva for over a year and they are always on point. They helped my business grow and without their team and speed i wouldn't be able to hit the numbers my business is doing. Shout out to Urva!”
Chris Peregrina
“Great services, great customer support. Would recommend to everyone looking for a prep center.”
Gavin Runge
“Highly recommend using Urva. The dashboard is very easy to use and the prices are very competitive to other prep centers. The software Urva uses separates them from the rest.”
Alex Walsberg

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FAQ

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Where is Urva Prep Center located?

Urva Prep Center operates out of 301 Ruthar Drive in Newark, DE. DE is a tax-free state for inventory storage, which can reduce sales-tax nexus exposure for sellers warehousing inventory here.

What services does Urva Prep Center offer?

Urva Prep Center offers 18 core services: Prep, FNSKU labeling, Walmart prep, Inspection, Polybagging, FBM fulfillment, DTC fulfillment, LTL freight, Long-term storage, Hazmat prep, Kitting, Bundling, Bubble wrap, Removal order recv., Shopify fulfillment, Product photography, Multi-channel fulfillment, Expiration-date scan. See the Services Offered section above for a one-line description of each.

What does Urva Prep Center charge?

Urva Prep Center fBA and WFS wholesale prep from $1.00/unit down to $0.55/unit by volume tier (palletized inbound required; SPD needs pre-approval). Online-arbitrage prep $1.50/unit down to $1.00/unit by tier. FBM/DTC order fulfillment $3.00/order down to $2.50/order by volume, plus $0.50 per additional unit in the same order. $300 monthly account minimum, invoiced bi-weekly. Storage free 14 days, then $0.02/unit/day. No setup, software, or receiving fees (containers excepted: $300-$600). FTL inbound consolidation $0.20 to $0.50/lb. Same-day FBM/DTC fulfillment on orders received before the 7:00 AM EST cutoff. Full rate card on their /pricing page.

Is Urva Prep Center currently accepting new clients?

Urva Prep Center 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 Urva Prep Center handle hazmat?

Yes. Urva Prep Center accepts hazmat-classified items (batteries, aerosols, flammables, lithium cells per DOT classifications). Confirm specific category coverage and any DOT certification requirements directly with the operator before shipping restricted inventory.

How long has Urva Prep Center been operating?

Urva Prep Center has been operating since 2022 (4 years as of our last review). Newer operator; cross-check recent reviews and named-staff tenure for added signal.

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