3PL Order Fulfillment Services in Denver, Colorado
Boxstars operates a 100,000-square-foot ambient warehouse at 5555 Joliet Street in Denver, CO, providing third-party logistics (3PL) order fulfillment for growing brands, e-commerce sellers, and contractors. The facility offers pick-and-pack services starting at $0.75 per order, integrations with Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon FBA, and major EDI retailers, and 48-hour onboarding with no contracts or setup fees.[1]
Boxstars provides 3PL order fulfillment services for e-commerce brands, retail distributors, and contractors in Denver, Colorado — handling multi-channel order processing, inventory management, and returns from a 100,000-square-foot warehouse located two minutes off I-70 in Montbello Industrial Park.
Written by Daniel Duran — Owner & Warehouse Solutions Specialist, 16+ years in Denver moving, logistics, and warehousing. Boxstars has served 200+ Colorado businesses since 2016 from its Denver facility, maintaining a 5.0-star rating across 106+ Google reviews.
What Are 3PL Order Fulfillment Services?
Third-party logistics (3PL) order fulfillment services handle the storage, picking, packing, and shipping of products on behalf of businesses that do not operate their own warehouses or lack the infrastructure to scale fulfillment operations efficiently.[2] A 3PL provider receives inventory from manufacturers or distributors, stores it in a warehouse, processes orders as they arrive from customers, and coordinates shipping through carriers.
We work with brands selling through Shopify, WooCommerce, Wix, Square, Amazon FBA, Amazon Seller Fulfilled Prime, and EDI systems for retailers including Target, Whole Foods, and Kroger.[1] Our warehouse team — led by managers Kyle Ronemous and Jose Ramirez — processes orders Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4 PM Mountain Time, coordinating outbound shipments with Worldwide Express and regional carriers.
Businesses typically partner with a Denver 3PL to reduce overhead costs associated with leasing warehouse space, hiring staff, purchasing equipment, and managing carrier accounts. A 2023 study by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals found that outsourcing fulfillment reduced total logistics costs by an average of 15-18% for small to mid-sized businesses.[3]
How Does Boxstars Handle Order Fulfillment in Denver?
Boxstars integrates directly with your sales channels, receives order data in real time, picks items from designated storage locations, packs them according to your specifications, and ships them using pre-negotiated carrier rates through our partnerships with Worldwide Express and USPS.[1] We assign each client a dedicated storage zone within our 100,000-square-foot facility at 5555 Joliet Street, enabling same-day or next-day order processing for most standard shipments.
Our onboarding process takes 48 hours. You provide access to your e-commerce platform, specify packing requirements, and send inventory to our receiving dock. We charge $10 per pallet received, inspect shipments for accuracy, create SKU records in our warehouse management system, and place items in racked or floor storage based on velocity and dimensions.[1]
When an order arrives, our system automatically generates a pick list. Warehouse staff pull items, verify SKU accuracy with barcode scanners, pack orders using your branded materials or stock boxes, print shipping labels, and stage packages for carrier pickup. Pick-and-pack labor starts at $0.75 per order, with additional charges for multi-item orders based on complexity.[1] We process returns for $1 per SKU, inspecting items and updating inventory counts within 24 hours of receipt.
What Does 3PL Order Fulfillment Cost in Denver?
Boxstars charges $30 per month for standard pallet storage, $0.75 per order for single-item pick-and-pack, $10 per inbound pallet received, $1 per SKU for returns processing, and $0.75 per unit for kitting or assembly — with no contracts, no minimum order volumes, no deposits, and no setup fees.[1] Interior block storage for oversized items or equipment runs $4 per square foot per month.
Most 3PL providers in Denver structure pricing across four categories: storage fees, receiving fees, fulfillment labor, and outbound shipping. The Warehousing Education and Research Council’s 2024 benchmark report shows median fulfillment costs in the Mountain West region range from $2.50 to $4.75 per order depending on item count and packaging complexity.[4] Boxstars pricing falls below the regional median because we operate an ambient (non-climate-controlled) facility, reducing overhead, and we do not maintain an in-house trucking fleet, relying instead on third-party carriers.
| Service Component | Boxstars Rate | Industry Median (Denver) |
|---|---|---|
| Pallet Storage | $30/month | $35-$50/month |
| Inbound Receiving | $10/pallet | $12-$18/pallet |
| Pick-and-Pack (single item) | $0.75/order | $2.50-$3.75/order |
| Returns Processing | $1/SKU | $3-$5/SKU |
| Kitting/Assembly | $0.75/unit | $1.50-$2.50/unit |
Shipping costs are billed separately at the carrier rate. We pass through our negotiated rates with no markup. Clients shipping 500+ orders per month typically see 20-30% savings compared to retail shipping rates due to our volume discounts with Worldwide Express.[5]
Which Sales Channels Does Boxstars Support?
Boxstars integrates with Shopify, WooCommerce, Wix, Square, Amazon FBA, Amazon Seller Fulfilled Prime, and EDI systems for major retailers including Target, Whole Foods, and Kroger, enabling automatic order import and inventory synchronization across multiple sales channels from a single dashboard.[1] Our warehouse management system supports API connections and flat-file data exchange, accommodating custom platforms and legacy systems.
Direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands represent 25% of our client base, typically shipping 50-500 orders per month through Shopify or WooCommerce storefronts. Retailers selling through Amazon FBA often use our facility for overflow inventory or Seller Fulfilled Prime orders that require faster turnaround than FBA timelines allow. EDI clients send advance ship notices (ASNs) electronically, and we generate compliant packing slips and shipping labels meeting retailer routing requirements.[6]
We also fulfill orders for contractors (30% of client mix) distributing equipment and materials to job sites, and retail distributors (30% of client mix) shipping to brick-and-mortar stores across Colorado and neighboring states. Our location at 5555 Joliet Street — two minutes from I-70 and 20 minutes from Denver International Airport — provides rapid access to regional highways and air freight terminals for time-sensitive shipments.[1]
How Quickly Can Boxstars Onboard New Fulfillment Clients?
Boxstars completes standard onboarding in 48 hours, including warehouse management system setup, SKU data import, storage zone assignment, and first inventory receipt.[1] You provide platform credentials, packing instructions, and shipping preferences during an initial consultation with Daniel Duran or operations manager Kyle Ronemous. We configure order routing rules, test order imports, and confirm label printing formats before your first shipment arrives.
The onboarding timeline depends on three variables: platform complexity, SKU count, and inbound shipment logistics. A Shopify store with 20 SKUs shipping from a single supplier typically goes live within 24 hours. A multi-channel operation with 200 SKUs, custom kitting requirements, and inventory arriving from three suppliers may require 72 hours to complete setup and receiving.
We charge no setup fees and require no long-term contracts, allowing brands to test our service with a single month of storage and fulfillment before committing to higher volumes.[1] Most clients begin with 5-10 pallets and scale as order volumes increase. Our 100,000-square-foot facility accommodates clients storing anywhere from 500 square feet to 10,000 square feet, with flexible terms that adjust monthly based on actual space usage.
Call (303) 296-7827 or request a quote at https://boxstars.com/fast-quote/ to discuss your fulfillment needs and receive a custom pricing estimate.
What Types of Businesses Use Boxstars for Order Fulfillment?
Boxstars serves growing e-commerce brands, contractors, retail distributors, alcohol suppliers, and medical equipment providers that require flexible warehouse space and scalable fulfillment without enterprise-level minimums or long-term leases.[1] Our client mix includes 30% retail distributors, 30% contractors, 25% e-commerce sellers, 10% alcohol brands, and 5% medical equipment suppliers.
E-commerce clients typically ship 50-2,000 orders per month through Shopify, WooCommerce, or Amazon. They choose Boxstars to eliminate the overhead of self-fulfillment while maintaining control over packing quality and shipping speed. Contractors store job site materials — flooring, tile, cabinetry, HVAC equipment — and fulfill orders as projects progress, avoiding the cost of maintaining dedicated warehouse staff.
Retail distributors use our facility to consolidate inventory from multiple manufacturers before shipping to Colorado stores or out-of-state retailers. We handle EDI compliance for Target, Whole Foods, Kroger, and regional grocery chains, generating ASNs and routing guides that meet retailer specifications.[6] Alcohol brands store wine, beer, and spirits in our ambient warehouse, which maintains temperatures between 55°F and 75°F depending on season. We can arrange climate-controlled storage for select clients requiring tighter temperature ranges, but this is not a standard offering.
Medical equipment suppliers store diagnostic devices, mobility aids, and consumable supplies, shipping to clinics, hospitals, and direct-to-patient addresses. We maintain Warehouse Legal Liability insurance, General Liability coverage, and Workers Compensation policies to protect client inventory during storage and handling.[1]
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Boxstars require a minimum order volume for 3PL fulfillment services?
No. Boxstars charges no minimums, no contracts, and no setup fees. You pay only for storage space used and orders fulfilled each month, making our service accessible to brands shipping 10 orders or 1,000 orders per month.
Can Boxstars fulfill international orders from Denver?
Yes. We coordinate international shipments through Worldwide Express and USPS, printing customs forms and commercial invoices for Canada, Mexico, Europe, and other destinations. Clients are responsible for verifying export compliance and paying applicable duties.
How does Boxstars handle returns processing?
Returns ship to our 5555 Joliet Street address. We inspect items within 24 hours, update inventory counts, and notify you of disposition. We charge $1 per SKU returned and can restock items, quarantine them, or dispose of damaged goods per your instructions.
Is the Boxstars warehouse climate-controlled?
No. Our 100,000-square-foot facility is an ambient warehouse without active climate control, maintaining temperatures between 55°F and 75°F depending on season. We can arrange climate-controlled storage for select clients requiring tighter environmental specifications.
What insurance coverage protects inventory stored at Boxstars?
Boxstars maintains Warehouse Legal Liability insurance, General Liability coverage, and Workers Compensation policies. Clients are encouraged to carry their own product liability and cargo insurance for comprehensive protection during storage and transit.
Boxstars provides transparent, scalable 3PL order fulfillment services from our 100,000-square-foot Denver warehouse, serving brands that value clear pricing, fast onboarding, and no-contract flexibility. Call (303) 296-7827 or visit https://boxstars.com/fast-quote/ to start fulfilling orders in 48 hours.
Written by Daniel Duran — Owner & Warehouse Solutions Specialist, 16+ years in Denver moving, logistics, and warehousing. Updated January 2026.
References
- Boxstars. https://boxstars.com/
- Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals. Third-Party Logistics Study. https://cscmp.org/
- Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals. State of Logistics Report 2023. https://cscmp.org/CSCMP/Develop/State_of_Logistics.aspx
- Warehousing Education and Research Council. DC Measures Report 2024. https://werc.org/
- Worldwide Express. https://www.worldwideexpress.com/
- GS1 US. EDI Standards for Retail Supply Chain. https://www.gs1us.org/
