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            "content": "Hello,\n\nThank you for the confirmation.\n\nPerfect, I appreciate it. I look forward to hearing back from your\ntechnical team with the next steps.\n\nBest regards,\n\nCarlos\n\nOn Fri, Apr 3, 2026 at 9:57\u202fAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Perfect! I have added your project to our system. Our technical team will\n> review your request and we will contact you shortly via email with the next\n> steps. Thank you for choosing Portugal Textile.\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila\n> do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget]  [image: Portugal\n> Textile]  [image: Portugal Shoes]\n> \n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n\n-- \n*Carlos Nolasco*\nManaging Partner | *N&M Acquisitions*\nPhone: +1 (980) 939-5567\n\u2709\ufe0f nmsmbacquisitions@gmail.com\n\u201cWhere family, values, and growth meet.\u201d",
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                "content": "New Form Submission:\nMessage: We are developing a premium men\u2019s technical boxer brief designed for heat-management, comfort, and support in high-heat environments such as sauna and steam room use. The collection is focused on elevated essentials with a clean premium look, soft hand-feel, breathable construction, and performance-oriented fabric sourcing.At this stage, we are looking to develop an initial prototype\/sample and identify a manufacturing partner with experience in technical underwear, structured pouch construction, mesh ventilation, and premium stretch fabrics. We are especially interested in factories that can support sampling, fabric guidance, and small-batch pilot production before scaling.\nProduct Category: Underwear\nMOQs: Lower than 1000\/style.\nTarget Price: 15\nBrand Type: Start up\nCountry: United States\n\nUploaded File\/Link: d42CYzHJ-Tecnical-Illustration-Auna-Cool-Boxer-back-cf8443.png\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided a form upload link (d42CYzHJ-Tecnical-Illustration-Auna-Cool-Boxer-back-cf8443.png). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$",
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                "content": "Hello,\n\nThank you for contacting us and for your detailed project description. I have received the technical illustration for your boxer brief design.\n\nI've reviewed your request and must clarify our production minimums. For specialized items like underwear, our minimum order quantity is 1,000 units per style and per color. This is a standard requirement from our partner factories to ensure the quality and sourcing of technical materials.\n\nBefore we can move forward, could you confirm if you are able to meet this quantity?\n\nOnce I have this detail, I can better assess your project.",
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                "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for your reply and for clarifying the MOQ.\n\nAt this stage, we are still in the early evaluation phase, so I cannot\nconfirm a 1,000-unit commitment yet without first understanding the broader\ncommercial picture, including indicative pricing, sample feasibility, and\ndevelopment costs.\n\nWould you be open to sharing a rough indication of the following so I can\nassess whether the project could realistically move toward that volume?\n\n   - estimated FOB unit price range at 1,000 units per style\/color\n   - sample development process and sample cost\n   - expected sample lead time\n   - whether there is any possibility for a smaller pilot run before moving\n   into full production\n\nI completely understand that 1,000 units may be the standard requirement\nfor this category. I just want to make sure the numbers and development\nprocess are aligned before confirming that level of commitment.\n\nIf helpful, I am happy to provide additional details on target materials,\nconstruction, and positioning so you can give me a more realistic initial\nindication.\n\nBest regards,\n\n\nOn Wed, Mar 25, 2026 at 9:35\u202fAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello,\n>\n> Thank you for contacting us and for your detailed project description. I\n> have received the technical illustration for your boxer brief design.\n>\n> I've reviewed your request and must clarify our production minimums. For\n> specialized items like underwear, our minimum order quantity is 1,000 units\n> per style and per color. This is a standard requirement from our partner\n> factories to ensure the quality and sourcing of technical materials.\n>\n> Before we can move forward, could you confirm if you are able to meet this\n> quantity?\n>\n> Once I have this detail, I can better assess your project.\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila\n> do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget]  [image: Portugal\n> Textile]  [image: Portugal Shoes]\n> \n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n\n-- \n*Carlos Nolasco*\nManaging Partner | *N&M Acquisitions*\nPhone: +1 (980) 939-5567\n\u2709\ufe0f nmsmbacquisitions@gmail.com\n\u201cWhere family, values, and growth meet.\u201d",
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                "content": "Hello Carlos,\n\nThank you for your reply.\n\nI understand you need a clearer commercial picture before committing to the volume.\n\nOur process requires a confirmation that the minimum quantity of 1,000 units per style and color can be met. This confirmation is necessary before our technical team can perform a detailed analysis of your design to provide an accurate price quote, development costs, and specific sampling details. We are unable to provide price estimates without this step.\n\nI can confirm that we do not offer smaller pilot runs for this category; the minimum is firm.\n\nIn terms of general timing, the complete development and production cycle takes approximately 5 months. We also account for a factory closure period in August, so the timeline would be adjusted accordingly. This ensures we maintain the high standards of Portuguese textile production.\n\nPlease let me know if you would like to proceed with the project analysis based on the 1,000-unit minimum.",
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                "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for the clarification.\n\nYes, we can work under the 1,000-unit minimum per style and color, so let\u2019s\nkeep the ball moving.\n\nPlease let me know the next steps from your side so we can proceed with the\nproject analysis and move the discussion forward.\n\nBest regards,\n\nCarlos\n\nOn Wed, Mar 25, 2026 at 10:17\u202fAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Carlos,\n>\n> Thank you for your reply.\n>\n> I understand you need a clearer commercial picture before committing to\n> the volume.\n>\n> Our process requires a confirmation that the minimum quantity of 1,000\n> units per style and color can be met. This confirmation is necessary before\n> our technical team can perform a detailed analysis of your design to\n> provide an accurate price quote, development costs, and specific sampling\n> details. We are unable to provide price estimates without this step.\n>\n> I can confirm that we do not offer smaller pilot runs for this category;\n> the minimum is firm.\n>\n> In terms of general timing, the complete development and production cycle\n> takes approximately 5 months. We also account for a factory closure period\n> in August, so the timeline would be adjusted accordingly. This ensures we\n> maintain the high standards of Portuguese textile production.\n>\n> Please let me know if you would like to proceed with the project analysis\n> based on the 1,000-unit minimum.\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila\n> do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget]  [image: Portugal\n> Textile]  [image: Portugal Shoes]\n> \n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n\n-- \n*Carlos Nolasco*\nManaging Partner | *N&M Acquisitions*\nPhone: +1 (980) 939-5567\n\u2709\ufe0f nmsmbacquisitions@gmail.com\n\u201cWhere family, values, and growth meet.\u201d",
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                "content": "Hello Carlos,\n\nThank you for confirming the quantity.\n\nBefore I forward your project to our technical team for a formal quote, I need to confirm you agree with our standard financial and operational terms:\n\nDevelopment Fees: Costs depend on style (includes prototyping, sourcing, patterns, QC).\n\nPrints and embroideries: Please note that there is an additional initial cost for setting up local and digital prints, all-overs and embroideries.\n\nSample Cost: Charged at 2x (DOUBLE) the production price (e.g., if production is \u20ac20, sample is \u20ac40).\n\nPayment Terms: 50% Advance \/ 50% Before Shipping (for both development and production).\n\nShipping: Ex-Works (Client manages\/pays shipping & insurance).\n\nAdjustments: Can only be made after placing final order.\n\nDo you agree to proceed under these terms?",
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                "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for outlining the standard terms.\n\nIn principle, the overall framework sounds reasonable, and I understand the\nneed to align on process before moving forward. That said, before I\nformally confirm acceptance, I would appreciate a bit more commercial\nvisibility so I can evaluate the project properly on my end.\n\nIn particular, it would be helpful to understand:\n\n   -\n\n   an estimated development fee range for this style\n   -\n\n   an indicative production price range per unit at the 1,000-unit MOQ\n   -\n\n   expected sample cost based on that estimate\n   -\n\n   estimated lead times for development, sampling, and production\n   -\n\n   whether adjustments can be made after prototype\/sample review and before\n   final bulk production is approved\n\nOnce I have that visibility, I will be in a much better position to confirm\nthe next step and keep things moving efficiently.\n\nBest regards,\nCarlos\n\nOn Mon, Mar 30, 2026 at 1:09\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Carlos,\n>\n> Thank you for confirming the quantity.\n>\n> Before I forward your project to our technical team for a formal quote, I\n> need to confirm you agree with our standard financial and operational terms:\n>\n> Development Fees: Costs depend on style (includes prototyping, sourcing,\n> patterns, QC).\n>\n> Prints and embroideries: Please note that there is an additional initial\n> cost for setting up local and digital prints, all-overs and embroideries.\n>\n> Sample Cost: Charged at 2x (DOUBLE) the production price (e.g., if\n> production is \u20ac20, sample is \u20ac40).\n>\n> Payment Terms: 50% Advance \/ 50% Before Shipping (for both development and\n> production).\n>\n> Shipping: Ex-Works (Client manages\/pays shipping & insurance).\n>\n> Adjustments: Can only be made after placing final order.\n>\n> Do you agree to proceed under these terms?\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila\n> do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget]  [image: Portugal\n> Textile]  [image: Portugal Shoes]\n> \n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n\n-- \n*Carlos Nolasco*\nManaging Partner | *N&M Acquisitions*\nPhone: +1 (980) 939-5567\n\u2709\ufe0f nmsmbacquisitions@gmail.com\n\u201cWhere family, values, and growth meet.\u201d",
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                "content": "Hello Carlos,\n\nI understand completely. It's wise to have as much clarity as possible before moving forward.\n\nOur policy is to have our technical team conduct a full analysis of the design before we provide any cost estimates. This is how we ensure the pricing for development and production is accurate, based on the specific fabrics, materials, and construction techniques your design requires. Providing a general range now would be speculative and not reliable for your planning. This detailed analysis begins once the standard terms are agreed upon.\n\nRegarding your question about adjustments, I can certainly clarify that. The purpose of the prototyping and sampling stage is precisely for your review. You will be able to provide feedback on the sample, and adjustments to fit and construction are made during this stage. The final bulk production only begins after you have approved the perfected sample.\n\nAs for the timeline, you can generally expect sampling to take about 6-8 weeks, followed by a production lead time of 10-14 weeks after the order is confirmed.\n\nTo get the specific development and unit costs you're looking for, the next action is for our technical team to review your file. Could we proceed based on the terms outlined previously so I can submit this to them for analysis?",
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                "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nYes, we can proceed based on the terms outlined previously.\n\nPlease go ahead and submit the file to your technical team for review and\nanalysis so we can keep the process moving.\n\nBest regards,\n\nCarlos\n\nOn Tue, Mar 31, 2026 at 10:32\u202fAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Carlos,\n>\n> I understand completely. It's wise to have as much clarity as possible\n> before moving forward.\n>\n> Our policy is to have our technical team conduct a full analysis of the\n> design before we provide any cost estimates. This is how we ensure the\n> pricing for development and production is accurate, based on the specific\n> fabrics, materials, and construction techniques your design requires.\n> Providing a general range now would be speculative and not reliable for\n> your planning. This detailed analysis begins once the standard terms are\n> agreed upon.\n>\n> Regarding your question about adjustments, I can certainly clarify that.\n> The purpose of the prototyping and sampling stage is precisely for your\n> review. You will be able to provide feedback on the sample, and adjustments\n> to fit and construction are made during this stage. The final bulk\n> production only begins after you have approved the perfected sample.\n>\n> As for the timeline, you can generally expect sampling to take about 6-8\n> weeks, followed by a production lead time of 10-14 weeks after the order is\n> confirmed.\n>\n> To get the specific development and unit costs you're looking for, the\n> next action is for our technical team to review your file. Could we proceed\n> based on the terms outlined previously so I can submit this to them for\n> analysis?\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila\n> do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget]  [image: Portugal\n> Textile]  [image: Portugal Shoes]\n> \n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n\n-- \n*Carlos Nolasco*\nManaging Partner | *N&M Acquisitions*\nPhone: +1 (980) 939-5567\n\u2709\ufe0f nmsmbacquisitions@gmail.com\n\u201cWhere family, values, and growth meet.\u201d",
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                "content": "Perfect! I have added your project to our system. Our technical team will review your request and we will contact you shortly via email with the next steps. Thank you for choosing Portugal Textile.",
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