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C.4.5.3 Assigning Mark-up Rates<br />

The three (3) primary steps to matching mark-up rates to a given component are:<br />

Step 1: Primary manufacturing process and equipment groupings are pre-selected<br />

as part of the process to identify the manufacturing overhead rate.<br />

Step 2: Manufacturing facilities are identified as OEM, T1 or T2/T3 (this<br />

identification process is discussed in more detail in the Manufacturing Assumption<br />

& Quote Summary worksheet section).<br />

Step 3: The best-fit mark-up rate is selected based on the size and complexity of<br />

the part, which in turn is reflected in the size and complexity of the processing<br />

equipment. Note that size and complexity are considered as independent<br />

parameters when reviewing a component and the equipment capabilities (with<br />

priority typically given to “complexity”).<br />

Further details on methodology for developing TMC and mark-up can be found in EPA<br />

published report EPA-420-R-09-020 “<strong>Light</strong>-<strong>Duty</strong> <strong>Technology</strong> <strong>Cost</strong> <strong>Analysis</strong> Pilot Study”<br />

(http://www.epa.gov/OMS/climate/420r09020.pdf).<br />

C.4.6 Packaging Database<br />

C.4.6.1 Overview<br />

The Packaging Database contains standardized packaging options available for<br />

developing packaging costs for components and assemblies. In the cost analysis only<br />

packaging costs required to transport a component/assembly from a Tier 1 to an OEM<br />

facility (or one facility to another at the same OEM) are calculated in detail. For Tier 2/3<br />

suppliers of high- and low-impact components, as well as purchased parts, the Tier 1<br />

mark-up is estimated to cover the packaging as well as shipping expenses. Tier 1 markup<br />

on incoming Tier 2/3 parts and purchase parts are discussed in more detail in Section<br />

C.5.<br />

All core packaging items (e.g., containers, pallets, totes) referenced in the database are<br />

considered returnable dunnage. Internal packaging (e.g., tier pads, dividers, formed trays)<br />

are also considered returnable with the exception of a few items that are expendable. The<br />

cost to clean and maintain returnable dunnage is assumed to be covered by the<br />

manufacturing overhead rate.<br />

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