Redelivery accessorial explained
A second delivery attempt or revised delivery after the first delivery cannot be completed.
Written and reviewed by LaneMath Editorial Team. Updated 2026-06-04. LaneMath pages are maintained as practical carrier education using public references, example-only math, and internal editorial review.
Carrier context
Redelivery is usually caused by failed receiving, rejected freight, missed facility requirements, or a changed delivery instruction.
When it applies
- The first delivery attempt cannot be completed and the truck must return or deliver elsewhere.
- The cause is receiver availability, paperwork, rejected product, appointment change, or broker instruction.
- The event is tied to the load and is outside the basic linehaul move.
- The broker, shipper, or receiver instructions create extra time, labor, mileage, or out-of-pocket cost.
- The rate confirmation or written approval gives a path for requesting the charge.
What to check on the rate confirmation
- Redelivery amount, mileage basis, waiting terms, storage exposure, and who controls the revised appointment.
- Whether redelivery also triggers layover, detention, or stop-off pay.
- Whether the charge is already included in the all-in rate.
- Free time, approval process, dollar amount, and documentation requirements.
- Who must approve the charge and whether a revised confirmation is required.
Common documentation
- Failed delivery note, receiver refusal or closure record, revised appointment, POD attempt, and broker instructions.
- Photos or paperwork notes if freight condition or shortage is part of the issue.
- Arrival and departure times when time is part of the request.
- Receipts, signed paperwork, gate records, emails, or text approvals.
- POD, BOL, revised confirmation, and invoice notes.
Negotiation notes
- Do not move to a second delivery plan without written instructions.
- Separate redelivery miles from waiting time so the request is easier to review.
- Ask before the cost is incurred when possible.
- Keep the request factual and tied to written load terms.
- Do not assume approval from a phone conversation; request written confirmation.
Example wording
Please confirm the redelivery instructions, approved charge, revised appointment, and whether waiting or layover should be handled separately.
References and methodology
- Accessorial documentation editorial methodology - LaneMath Editorial Desk. Used for documentation workflows and example scenarios, not for legal claims about collectability.
- Rate confirmation educational reference - LaneMath Editorial Desk. Used for document literacy. It is not legal advice and does not replace professional review.