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            "content": "Bonjour,\n\nNous d\u00e9veloppons en France une collection de T-shirts premium et\nrecherchons un fabricant europ\u00e9en pour une premi\u00e8re s\u00e9rie de 500 pi\u00e8ces.\n\nCaract\u00e9ristiques recherch\u00e9es :\n\u2013 250 T-shirts noirs et 250 blancs ;\n\u2013 mod\u00e8le unisexe ou deux coupes homme\/femme ;\n\u2013 100 % coton peign\u00e9 ring-spun ;\n\u2013 grammage compris entre 200 et 230 g\/m\u00b2 ;\n\u2013 coupe moderne, l\u00e9g\u00e8rement ajust\u00e9e ou boxy ;\n\u2013 col c\u00f4tel\u00e9 dense et r\u00e9sistant ;\n\u2013 tissu pr\u00e9r\u00e9tr\u00e9ci ;\n\u2013 tailles S \u00e0 3XL ;\n\u2013 \u00e9tiquette d\u00e9tachable ou personnalisation de l\u2019\u00e9tiquette ;\n\u2013 impression sur le devant uniquement ;\n\u2013 possibilit\u00e9 d\u2019ajouter un transfert en strass.\n\nNous acceptons \u00e9galement les surplus de production, fins de s\u00e9ries et\nstocks dormants, sous r\u00e9serve que les 500 pi\u00e8ces soient neuves et homog\u00e8nes.\n\nNotre objectif est d\u2019obtenir un prix total compris entre 10 et 11 \u20ac TTC par\nT-shirt fini, d\u00e9coration et livraison en France comprises. Pour le T-shirt\nvierge, notre objectif se situe id\u00e9alement entre 3,50 et 4,50 \u20ac HT.\n\nPouvez-vous nous communiquer :\n\u2013 votre meilleure proposition tarifaire ;\n\u2013 le prix du T-shirt vierge et du produit termin\u00e9 ;\n\u2013 le minimum par mod\u00e8le et par couleur ;\n\u2013 les frais de livraison vers la France ;\n\u2013 les d\u00e9lais de fabrication ;\n\u2013 les certifications disponibles ;\n\u2013 le prix et le d\u00e9lai d\u2019un \u00e9chantillon ;\n\u2013 les stocks ou surplus actuellement disponibles ?\n\nMerci de pr\u00e9ciser si vos prix sont HT ou TTC et si la livraison est incluse.\n\nCordialement,\n\n\nMR ARFA\n\n06.09.97.47.18",
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            "content": "Hello MR ARFA,\n\nThank you for reaching out to us regarding your premium T-shirt collection. I understand you're looking for a European manufacturer for a first series of 500 pieces with specific characteristics and pricing goals.\n\nTo proceed, I need to clarify a few key details:\n\n1. **Tech Pack or Sample:** Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample for the T-shirts you wish to produce?\n2. **Quantities:** You've mentioned a total of 500 T-shirts. Could you confirm if this is the total quantity for all styles combined, or if you have specific quantities per style?\n3. **Target Price:** You've indicated a target price range of \u20ac3.50 to \u20ac4.50 per blank T-shirt. Could you confirm if this is your maximum target production price per style?\n4. **Desired Delivery Date:** What is your desired delivery date for these T-shirts?\n\nRegarding your other questions, please note:\n\n- Our minimum order quantity for T-shirts is 200 units per style.\n- We hold the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification, ensuring environmentally and socially responsible production.\n- The cost of a sample depends on the specific product and complexity of the design. We can confirm the exact sample cost after evaluating your Tech Pack or physical sample.\n- Shipping is typically Ex-Works, meaning the client manages and pays for shipping and insurance.\n\nOnce I have the above details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards.",
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            "content": "Dear Ms Azevedo,\n\nThank you for your response and for the information provided.\n\nWe are currently consulting several suppliers and manufacturers in France\nand internationally, mainly in Portugal, Spain and various Eastern European\ncountries.\n\nThis initial order of 500 T-shirts will mark the launch of a campaign\nscheduled to run for approximately five months. If the product achieves the\nexpected success, we anticipate placing several repeat orders throughout\nthis period.\n\nWe are therefore looking for a manufacturing partner capable of meeting\nthree essential requirements:\n\n   - consistent and reliable quality;\n   - a price compatible with our target;\n   - very fast turnaround times for repeat orders.\n\nThe ability to restart production and deliver quickly will be a decisive\nfactor in our selection. Please indicate your expected lead time for repeat\nproduction of an approved model, as well as the minimum quantity required\nfor subsequent orders.\n\nAt this stage, our graphic concept remains confidential. We are therefore\nnot yet prepared to share our designs, slogans or final artwork.\n\nOur first objective is to confirm the technical and financial feasibility\nof the blank T-shirt. If your offer meets our quality and pricing\nrequirements, we will then provide the final artwork so that you can assess\nthe customization. If necessary, the artwork may be disclosed under a\nconfidentiality agreement.\n\nFor the initial order, we require one T-shirt style in a total quantity of\n500 pieces:\n\n   - 250 black T-shirts;\n   - 250 white T-shirts;\n   - modern unisex fit, slightly fitted or slightly boxy;\n   - 100% combed ring-spun cotton;\n   - preferred fabric weight of 220 GSM, with the possibility of\n   considering 230 GSM;\n   - opaque, soft and durable fabric;\n   - dense ribbed crew neck;\n   - pre-shrunk fabric;\n   - clean and reinforced stitching;\n   - tear-away label or the possibility of applying our own label;\n   - suitable for screen printing and heat-applied transfers.\n\nOur provisional size distribution is:\n\n   - S: 70 pieces \u2014 35 black and 35 white;\n   - M: 140 pieces \u2014 70 black and 70 white;\n   - L: 150 pieces \u2014 75 black and 75 white;\n   - XL: 90 pieces \u2014 45 black and 45 white;\n   - XXL: 50 pieces \u2014 25 black and 25 white.\n\nWe are not planning to order 3XL for this initial production. Please\nprovide your complete measurement chart so that we can verify its\ncorrespondence with French sizing, particularly the flat chest width and\ntotal length for each size.\n\nOur maximum target price for the blank T-shirt is \u20ac4.50 including VAT per\nunit. Based on a 20% VAT rate, this represents approximately \u20ac3.75\nexcluding VAT per unit.\n\nCould you please provide an initial estimate including:\n\n   - the Ex Works unit price for 500 pieces in 220 GSM;\n   - the Ex Works unit price for 500 pieces in 230 GSM;\n   - confirmation that your minimum of 200 pieces per style allows a split\n   of 250 pieces per colour;\n   - any additional charges for XL and XXL sizes;\n   - the exact fabric composition and available certifications;\n   - the production lead time for the initial order;\n   - the expected lead time for repeat orders;\n   - the minimum quantity for repeat orders;\n   - the cost of two blank samples, one black and one white;\n   - an approximate transportation cost to Paris.\n\nAt this stage, we are requesting a quotation for the blank T-shirt only. If\nyour proposal meets our objectives, we will be able to proceed quickly with\nthe samples and provide the final artwork for a separate customization\nquotation.\n\nOur objective is to establish a reliable partnership throughout the\nfive-month campaign and potentially beyond.\n\nThank you in advance for your proposal.\n\nKind regards,\n\nMr ARFA\nParis, France\nTelephone: +33 6 09 97 37 18 \n\n\nLe mar. 1 sept. 2026 \u00e0 10:40, Matilde Azevedo  a\n\u00e9crit :\n\n> Hello MR ARFA,\n>\n> Thank you for reaching out to us regarding your premium T-shirt\n> collection. I understand you're looking for a European manufacturer for a\n> first series of 500 pieces with specific characteristics and pricing goals.\n>\n> To proceed, I need to clarify a few key details:\n>\n> 1. *Tech Pack or Sample:* Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample\n> for the T-shirts you wish to produce?\n> 2. *Quantities:* You've mentioned a total of 500 T-shirts. Could you\n> confirm if this is the total quantity for all styles combined, or if you\n> have specific quantities per style?\n> 3. *Target Price:* You've indicated a target price range of \u20ac3.50 to\n> \u20ac4.50 per blank T-shirt. Could you confirm if this is your maximum target\n> production price per style?\n> 4. *Desired Delivery Date:* What is your desired delivery date for these\n> T-shirts?\n>\n> Regarding your other questions, please note:\n>\n> - Our minimum order quantity for T-shirts is 200 units per style.\n> - We hold the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification,\n> ensuring environmentally and socially responsible production.\n> - The cost of a sample depends on the specific product and complexity of\n> the design. We can confirm the exact sample cost after evaluating your Tech\n> Pack or physical sample.\n> - Shipping is typically Ex-Works, meaning the client manages and pays for\n> shipping and insurance.\n>\n> Once I have the above details, I can better assess your project and guide\n> you on the next steps.\n>\n> Looking forward to your response.\n>\n> Best regards.\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> [image: Matilde Azevedo]\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> +351 915 085 106 \n> info@portugaltextile.com\n> www.portugaltextile.com \n> [image: Facebook]  [image:\n> Instagram]  [image: LinkedIn]\n> \n> [image: GOTS Certified] \n>\n> Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\n> Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget Group]  [image:\n> Portugal Textile]  [image: Portugal\n> Shoes] \n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. 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            "content": "Hello Mr. Arfa,\n\nThank you for providing more details about your project. I understand that you are looking for a reliable manufacturing partner for your T-shirt collection, with a focus on quality, pricing, and quick turnaround times for repeat orders.\n\nTo proceed, I need to confirm a few key points:\n\n1. **Tech Pack or Sample:** Since your graphic concept is confidential at this stage, could you confirm if you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample for the blank T-shirts?\n2. **Target Price:** You've mentioned a maximum target price of \u20ac4.50 including VAT per unit, which is approximately \u20ac3.75 excluding VAT. Could you confirm if this is your maximum target production price per style?\n3. **Desired Delivery Date:** What is your desired delivery date for the initial order of 500 T-shirts?\n\nRegarding your questions:\n\n- Our minimum order quantity for T-shirts is 200 units per style, and you can split this into 250 pieces per colour.\n- We hold the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification, ensuring environmentally and socially responsible production.\n- The cost of a sample depends on the specific product and complexity of the design. We can confirm the exact sample cost after evaluating your Tech Pack or physical sample.\n- Shipping is typically Ex-Works, meaning the client manages and pays for shipping and insurance.\n\nOnce I have the above details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards.",
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            "content": "Dear Ms Azevedo,\n\nThank you for your response and for confirming that our order can be\ndivided into 250 black and 250 white T-shirts.\n\nPlease find the requested information below.\n\n   1. Tech pack or physical sample\n\nWe do not yet have a complete technical pack or a final physical sample of\nthe blank T-shirt.\n\nWe would prefer to start with an existing style that you already\nmanufacture and that closely matches our requirements: a modern unisex\nT-shirt with a slightly fitted or slightly boxy cut, made from combed\ncotton, ideally weighing 220 GSM or possibly 230 GSM.\n\nThis approach would help reduce development costs and lead times. Could you\nplease suggest your closest existing styles and send us their technical\nspecifications, fabric composition, photographs and complete measurement\ncharts?\n\nOur graphic concept remains confidential at this stage. We will provide the\nfinal artwork during the second stage, once the quality and commercial\nconditions of the blank T-shirt have been approved.\n\n   2. Target price\n\nWe confirm that our maximum target price is \u20ac4.50 including VAT per blank\nT-shirt, approximately \u20ac3.75 excluding VAT based on a 20% VAT rate, for an\ninitial order of 500 pieces in one style.\n\nWe understand that the cotton quality, fabric weight and garment\nconstruction affect the price. If this target cannot be achieved with a 220\nor 230 GSM T-shirt, please provide:\n\n   - your best possible price;\n   - the closest achievable fabric weight within our target;\n   - the price differences between 200, 210, 220 and 230 GSM;\n   - any possible savings from using an existing style and fabric already\n   available in your production.\n\nOur objective is to find the best possible balance between quality, price,\nproduction consistency and repeat-order speed.\n\n   3. Campaign and delivery schedule\n\nWe are preparing a campaign that will run for approximately five months.\n\nWe wish to manage the quantities carefully so that we can maintain supply\nthroughout the campaign without immediately holding excessive inventory.\nThe initial order of 500 pieces will therefore serve as the launch quantity.\n\nDepending on sales, we expect to place several repeat orders during these\nfive months. Continuous fabric availability, stable pricing and fast\nproduction turnaround will therefore be important factors when selecting\nour manufacturing partner.\n\nOur objective would be to receive the initial order approximately six to\neight weeks after sample approval and order confirmation.\n\nCould you please confirm:\n\n   - the lead time for the initial production;\n   - the lead time for a repeat order of an already approved style;\n   - the minimum quantity required for each repeat order;\n   - your ability to maintain the same fabric, black shade, white shade and\n   quality for at least five months;\n   - whether fabric or production capacity can be reserved for repeat\n   orders;\n   - any potential price variations for subsequent orders.\n\nWe are looking for a reliable partner with whom we can establish an ongoing\nrelationship throughout the campaign and potentially beyond.\n\nThank you in advance for your proposal.\n\nKind regards,\n\nMr ARFA\nParis, France\nTelephone: +33 6 09 97 37 18 \n\n\nLe mar. 1 sept. 2026 \u00e0 11:04, Matilde Azevedo  a\n\u00e9crit :\n\n> Hello Mr. Arfa,\n>\n> Thank you for providing more details about your project. I understand that\n> you are looking for a reliable manufacturing partner for your T-shirt\n> collection, with a focus on quality, pricing, and quick turnaround times\n> for repeat orders.\n>\n> To proceed, I need to confirm a few key points:\n>\n> 1. *Tech Pack or Sample:* Since your graphic concept is confidential at\n> this stage, could you confirm if you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample\n> for the blank T-shirts?\n> 2. *Target Price:* You've mentioned a maximum target price of \u20ac4.50\n> including VAT per unit, which is approximately \u20ac3.75 excluding VAT. Could\n> you confirm if this is your maximum target production price per style?\n> 3. *Desired Delivery Date:* What is your desired delivery date for the\n> initial order of 500 T-shirts?\n>\n> Regarding your questions:\n>\n> - Our minimum order quantity for T-shirts is 200 units per style, and you\n> can split this into 250 pieces per colour.\n>\n> - We hold the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification,\n> ensuring environmentally and socially responsible production.\n> - The cost of a sample depends on the specific product and complexity of\n> the design. We can confirm the exact sample cost after evaluating your Tech\n> Pack or physical sample.\n> - Shipping is typically Ex-Works, meaning the client manages and pays for\n> shipping and insurance.\n>\n> Once I have the above details, I can better assess your project and guide\n> you on the next steps.\n>\n> Looking forward to your response.\n>\n> Best regards.\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> [image: Matilde Azevedo]\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> +351 915 085 106 \n> info@portugaltextile.com\n> www.portugaltextile.com \n> [image: Facebook]  [image:\n> Instagram]  [image: LinkedIn]\n> \n> [image: GOTS Certified] \n>\n> Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\n> Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget Group]  [image:\n> Portugal Textile]  [image: Portugal\n> Shoes] \n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Mr. Arfa,\n\nThank you for the detailed information regarding your T-shirt project. I understand your preference for starting with an existing style to reduce development costs and lead times. Unfortunately, we do not provide existing styles or technical specifications for products not yet approved for production. However, I can confirm that we can work with your requirements once we have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample.\n\nRegarding your target price of \u20ac4.50 including VAT (\u20ac3.75 excluding VAT), I must inform you that this price is below our internal reference for T-shirts, which is \u20ac12. Therefore, the project would not be viable for us at this target price. We wish you the very best of luck with your project.\n\nIf you have any flexibility in your budget or if you wish to discuss further, please let me know.\n\nBest regards.",
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            "content": "Dear Ms Azevedo,\n\nThank you for your transparency and for the time you have devoted to\nreviewing our project.\n\nWe understand that our target price does not correspond to your usual\npricing level.\n\nWe are currently consulting a large number of factories and suppliers in\nFrance and across Europe, particularly in Spain, Serbia and several Eastern\nEuropean countries. Some of these suppliers may be able to offer solutions\ncloser to our budget, potentially by using an existing garment\nconstruction, fabric or production process.\n\nNevertheless, we would have preferred to work with a Portuguese\nmanufacturer. Portugal\u2019s geographical proximity to France represents an\nimportant advantage in terms of transportation, production monitoring and,\nabove all, fast repeat orders during our five-month campaign.\n\nOur initial order of 500 pieces is expected to be followed by several\nrepeat orders if sales meet our forecasts. We are therefore looking for a\nlong-term manufacturing partner rather than a supplier for a single order.\n\nIf you have a more economical alternative such as a different fabric\nweight, simplified construction, an existing fabric, surplus production or\nan internal standard style  we would remain interested in reviewing it.\n\nWe fully understand if your production structure does not allow you to\napproach our budget. In that case, we will nevertheless retain your contact\ndetails for a future collection with a different price positioning.\n\nThank you again for your time and availability.\n\nKind regards,\n\nMr ARFA\nParis, France\nTelephone: +33 6 09 97 37 18 \n\n\nLe mar. 1 sept. 2026 \u00e0 11:13, Matilde Azevedo  a\n\u00e9crit :\n\n> Hello Mr. Arfa,\n>\n> Thank you for the detailed information regarding your T-shirt project. I\n> understand your preference for starting with an existing style to reduce\n> development costs and lead times. Unfortunately, we do not provide existing\n> styles or technical specifications for products not yet approved for\n> production. However, I can confirm that we can work with your requirements\n> once we have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample.\n>\n> Regarding your target price of \u20ac4.50 including VAT (\u20ac3.75 excluding VAT),\n> I must inform you that this price is below our internal reference for\n> T-shirts, which is \u20ac12. Therefore, the project would not be viable for us\n> at this target price. We wish you the very best of luck with your project.\n>\n> If you have any flexibility in your budget or if you wish to discuss\n> further, please let me know.\n>\n>\n> Best regards.\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> [image: Matilde Azevedo]\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> +351 915 085 106 \n> info@portugaltextile.com\n> www.portugaltextile.com \n> [image: Facebook]  [image:\n> Instagram]  [image: LinkedIn]\n> \n> [image: GOTS Certified] \n>\n> Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\n> Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget Group]  [image:\n> Portugal Textile]  [image: Portugal\n> Shoes] \n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Mr. Arfa,\n\nThank you for your understanding and for considering us as a potential partner for your T-shirt project. I appreciate your interest in working with a Portuguese manufacturer and the advantages it offers in terms of proximity and logistics.\n\nUnfortunately, given our current production structure and pricing, we are unable to meet your target price with the specifications you have outlined. However, should your budget or requirements change in the future, we would be more than happy to revisit the possibility of collaborating with you.\n\nPlease feel free to reach out if you have any future projects that might align better with our capabilities. We would be delighted to explore opportunities for collaboration.\n\nThank you once again for your time and consideration.\n\nKind regards.",
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