Case Study
120-Unit Market-Rate Multifamily - Factory-Direct Import Savings
How Port2Site delivered approximately $240,000 in savings on lighting and plumbing packages through factory-direct sourcing, VE alternates, and container planning.
Project Overview
| Project Type | Market-rate multifamily |
| Location | Florida |
| Unit Count | 120 units |
| Categories | Lighting, plumbing, accessories |
| Services Provided | Direct import, VE alternates, consolidation |
| Primary Goal | Reduce material cost while maintaining spec |
The Challenge
The developer faced distributor quotes that exceeded budget, tariff-driven cost increases, and repetitive SKUs that made imports a strong candidate for cost reduction.
1
High lighting package cost from traditional distributors2
Brand-name plumbing fixtures driving up per-unit costs3
Compressed timeline for submittals and approvals4
Need for strict spec matching to meet design intentPort2Site's Approach
1
Schedule Review
Reviewed all fixture schedules + distributor quotes to identify savings opportunities
2
Factory Sourcing
Identified tariff-smart factories for lighting + plumbing in multiple countries
3
VE Alternates
Provided VE alternates where needed (matching CCT, lumen, flow rate specs)
The Solution
Lighting Package
- Factory-direct LED fixtures from vetted manufacturers
- Spec-matched lumen output and CCT values
- Consolidated SKUs for repeatability across units
- Imported in palletized batches for efficient logistics
Plumbing Package
- Factory-direct faucets and shower sets
- VE alternate toilets + accessories
- Verified flow rates, finishes, and certifications
- Coordinated delivery with lighting shipments
Results
| Category | Savings | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lighting | ~$165,000 | Imports + optimized SKUs |
| Plumbing | ~$75,000 | VE alternates + imports |
| Total | ~$240,000 | Combined impact |
Maintained full spec compliance with architect/designer approval
Reduced shipment frequency by consolidating orders
Lowered freight cost by 18% through container optimization
What the Client Said
"Port2Site helped us reduce our lighting and plumbing package costs dramatically without sacrificing design. Their team handled imports, VE, and logistics seamlessly."
- Development Partner, Florida Multifamily Project
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