Working with A2C

A2C is one of the largest privately held companies in Europe whose only activity is trade only sales of Used I.T assets. 20 years ago there where thousands of companies in this space, 10 years ago hundreds and today after many years of consolidation in the sector there is now only a limited number. A2C Services has experienced year on year growth during all these years and today stands at over 200,000 SqFt and 200 staff dedicated to delivering quality stocks at volume 52 weeks of the year, we invite you to grow your own business on the back of what we have achieved.

How can I receive stock offers?
Methods of Payment and Credit Terms
Delivery
Visiting us
Stock
Microsoft Associations

1. How can I receive stock offers?

We normally send out stock offers via email to members of our database. If you would like to receive stock offers, then include your email in our newletter at the bottom of this page, or contact us direct on office@a2c.co.uk to discuss your requirements.

2. Methods of Payment and Credit Terms

What methods of payment do you accept?
We accept payment in advance of shipping via direct bank transfer. Depending on the value of the order, we can accept cash - but only up to a limited amount.

WE DO NOT ACCEPT CHEQUES. We use PayPal exclusively for eBay transactions ONLY.

Do you accept credit terms?
No, we do not accept credit terms. Our company policy has always been full payment in advance.

3. Delivery

Do your prices include delivery?
Unless stated otherwise, our prices DO NOT include delivery.

Will you deliver internationally?

We work with many logistics companies to ensure the best costs where possible, and will be happy to ship globally for our customers.

4. Visiting us

Can I come and visit you?
Due to the nature of our company we do not have an ‘open door’ system in operation. Our general policy on visitors is that we will invite you to visit us if we are already engaged in negotiations on a deal, and the purpose of the visit is to finalise the negotiation, confirm payment and to offer you a chance to view the stock in question.

5. Stock

Where does your stock come from?
All stocks are ex-lease from long term relationships built up over 20+ years in this sector.

Is all of your stock fully tested and working?
All stock are fully tested and working, and will range in condition from from Used Tested Working; Good Second User Condition; Fully Re-manufactured to As New.

Do you give any warranty?
Unless otherwise specified, we offer a standard 30 days D.O.A. RTB warranty for our stocks.

Do your PC’s have an Operating System installed?
No, as a general rule our PC systems do not have any Operating System installed.

Do you include Software?
No, unless specified we do not include software with our stocks.

Do your offers for PC come with Monitors, KB’s and Mice?
No, unless the offer states monitors and other accessories are included then these are excluded from sale. Accessories will be sold separately. If you require them, then please ask your sales rep.

Do you sell new PC’s as well as used?
Occasionally we will offer out new PC’s if we have them available, but the vast majority of our stock is used.

6. Microsoft Associations

Do your PC’s have an Operating System (OS) installed?
No, as a general rule our PC systems do not have any Operating System (OS) installed.

What does “No COA” Mean?
No COA (Certificate of Authenticity) means that the unit does not have a Microsoft sticker certifying what operation system the unit could run with. The unit will tend to not have any OS installed.

Do you include Software?
No, unless specified we do not include software with our stocks.

Are you a Microsoft Authorised Refurbisher (MAR)?
No we are NOT a MAR.

EICC Statement

A2C Services Ltd fully supports the vision and goals of the Electronic Industry Citizenship Coalition (EICC), to create ‘A global electronics industry that creates sustainable value for workers, the environment and business' by implementing their mission to ensure ‘Members, suppliers and stakeholders collaborate to improve working and environmental conditions, through leading standards and practises'.

Our declaration below is to comply with EICC regulation, and continue to encourage our supply chains to do the same. Further information and all regulations can be found at eicccoalition.org.

Our EICC commitment statement

How long have you been doing business with A2C, and how often do you buy stock from them?

"I have done business with A2C for 4.5 years and we are now buying 1 pallet of computers every couple of months" European Online Service Provider

In your words what value does A2C bring to your organisation?

"Reliable partner, who helped whenever I needed! Big percentage of my total revenue, but most important .... there is a nice communication with the sales department!" European online service provider

A2C proposes that they value long term relationships. Do you as one of those customers feel that these words filter down to you as an action?

"Of course, as I said, I do business for 4-5 years now with A2C, and with a magic way they achieved to be the only supplier for refurbished products in my business!" European online service provider

How prompt is any order completed, and made ready for shipment?

They are fast, reliable and the goods you receive are exactly what they have described! European online service provider

What would be your own personal message to anyone reading this, and thinking of purchasing stock from A2C for the first time?

"I am very satisfied. I urge you to start a business relationship with A2C" European Online Service Provider