Common sourcing questions
About us
What does SOURCED & CO. do?
We bring proven producers and manufacturers to international buyers and manage the commercial process from first brief to delivery: selection, specification, samples, quotations, production and supply. For the buyer that means one partner, one point of contact and one accountable process across every category we source.
Which industries do you serve?
Our buyers work in aviation and inflight service, cruise and maritime, hotels and resorts, fashion and apparel, and foodservice and retail. Each sector asks something different of a supplier, so we start from how and where the product will be used.
Products
What products can SOURCED & CO. source?
We work across five categories: wine and beverages from DO Manchuela, premium apparel and textiles, hospitality essentials and consumables, Spanish olive oil and custom packaging.
Can you source customized or private-label products?
Yes. Wine can be supplied in the winery's existing label or under a dedicated presentation agreed with you. Garments are developed and produced under your own label. Hospitality items can carry your branding on the product and its wrapping, olive oil can be supplied for private label, and custom packaging is produced to your artwork and specification.
Can you help develop a new product?
Yes. Development covers specification, materials, custom finishes, garment development and hospitality-specific configurations, coordinated with the partner best placed to deliver them. Every development is scoped against your specification, volumes and timeline before production begins.
Ordering
Can I request samples before placing an order?
Yes. Samples are part of how we work, and for developed products the approved sample becomes the reference for production. Wine samples are available on request. How samples are charged and shipped depends on the product and the destination, and we confirm that when you ask.
Do you work with international buyers?
Yes. We are based in Albacete, Spain, and the business exists to connect producers and manufacturers with international buyers. Delivery terms are agreed for each order against the destination and the route.
Is there a minimum order quantity?
It depends on the category. For wine in standard presentation the minimum is one EUR pallet, and different wines can share a pallet. For apparel, production is scaled to the order, including smaller runs. For developed and custom-printed products the minimum follows the specification and is stated in the quotation.
How does the sourcing process work?
There are five steps. We start with your category, its intended use and the standards that matter. We select the partners best suited to the requirement, then coordinate specifications, samples and customisation through approval. You receive quotations, documentation and production details in one place, and we manage production planning and communication through to delivery.
How can I request a quotation?
Send us your requirement through the enquiry form or by email at hola@sourced-co.com. It helps to include the product and its intended use, any reference or current sample, estimated quantities, the destination country and your target timing. We will return with a considered proposal.