“Two tool kits plus a spare” is not a reliable stock count. One offer may include a pack and charger in each kit; another may quote tool bodies only and list accessories once for the whole order. Translate each offer into the same bill of materials before comparing totals.
Rebuild the bundle as individual line items
Ask for the exact tool body, pack and charger model codes. Separate what is in each sealed kit from loose items and separately invoiced spares. Then multiply by the number of kits once. Do not assume that a similar connector, a shared brand or a matching voltage establishes compatibility; obtain the manufacturer's listed combinations for the exact models.
| Illustrative purchase | What the packing list should show |
|---|---|
| Two kits each containing one tool, one pack and one charger | Two tools, two packs, two chargers in total |
| One additional pack on a separate line | Three packs overall; the separate pack is not a third charger |
| An alternative quote for two bare tools | Price the missing approved packs and chargers before comparing it with the kits |
Check the count against the working day
Put crews and concurrent tools on the roster. A charger at a locked depot is not a charging point available to a crew off site. Ask for the documented operating and charging instructions, then schedule a trial under your workload. Do not convert a catalogue runtime into a guaranteed shift length. Keep the bundle codes and the approved substitutions on the reorder sheet.
Frequently asked questions
Is a double-slot unit the same as two chargers?
Not necessarily. Check the exact charging behaviour, included cords and model instructions before counting available positions.
Should an included pack appear as an extra purchase line?
Show it in the inventory, but do not add its price twice if the kit already includes it.
Can a substitute pack be accepted by appearance?
No. Check the model against the tool and charger documentation and get the changed quote acknowledged.
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