Member Policy

Breeders Select Tropical Fish LLC - Membership Policy

Overview

Breeders Select Tropical Fish LLC operates as an admin-approved membership platform connecting quality fish breeders with retailers through a local delivery model. This policy outlines the requirements, responsibilities, and benefits for all membership tiers.

Membership Tiers

1. Breeder Membership

Cost Structure:

  • Free Beta Version

Benefits:

  • Access to both selling and buying rights
  • Direct connection to retail and hobbyist market
  • Professional marketplace presence
  • Direct communication with buyers
  • Quality certification program
  • Access to local delivery network

Requirements:

  • Complete and accurate member application
  • Adherence to quality standards
  • Professional conduct
  • Compliance with delivery requirements

2. Retailer Membership

Benefits:

Access to high-quality, specialty livestock

  • Direct breeder relationships
  • Local delivery/pickup service
  • Priority access to new listings
  • Professional marketplace access

Requirements:

  • Complete and accurate member application
  • Adherence to platform rules
  • Professional conduct
  • Compliance with payment terms
  • Timely communication

Membership Obligations

Breeder Obligations

1. Listing Management:

  • Provide complete and accurate listing information
  • Include species/variety and size details
  • Set clear pricing (recommended: 1/4 retail)
  • Establish minimum orders (recommended: $50)
  • Specify quantity available
  • Optional: Document water parameters
  • Provide availability timeline
  • Define delivery zone
  • Include parent stock photos and videos

2. Delivery Standards:

  • Honor 20-minute delivery windows
  • Provide two-day cancellation notice
  • Use professional quality bagging
  • Include detailed bag labeling
    • Breeder name
    • Species
    • Quantity
    • Parameters
  • Maintain photo documentation

3. Quality Assurance:

  • Provide two-day survival guarantee
  • Honor refund/replacement policy
  • Maintain consistent water quality
  • Ensure healthy stock

Buyer Obligations

1. Transaction Requirements:

  • Honor posted prices
  • Meet minimum order requirements
  • Ensure payment at delivery
  • Be available during delivery window
  • Provide two-day cancellation notice

2. Professional Standards:

  • Maintain professional conduct
  • Follow marketplace rules
  • Communicate clearly and promptly
  • Report any issues within 48 hours

Administrative Oversight

Quality Control

  • Admin maintains final approval authority
  • Regular quality standard enforcement
  • Active dispute resolution
  • Market stability monitoring
  • Purge Listing after Thirty Days 

Compliance Measures

1. Warning System:

  • Written warnings for minor violations
  • Documentation of incidents
  • Opportunity for correction

2. Suspension Policy:

  • 3-month suspension for serious violations
  • Clear appeal process
  • Reinstatement requirements
  • Documentation of all actions

Communication Requirements

Regular Updates

Members must:

  • Maintain current contact information
  • Respond to platform communications
  • Report quality issues immediately

Emergency Communication

  • Immediate reporting of quality issues
  • 48-hour resolution window
  • Clear documentation of incidents
  • Follow emergency response protocols

Policy Updates

  • Members will be notified of policy changes
  • 30-day notice for significant changes
  • Immediate notice for emergency changes
  • Regular policy reviews and updates

Agreement

By joining Breeders Select Tropical Fish LLC, members agree to:

  • Abide by all platform policies
  • Maintain professional standards
  • Follow the Four-Way Test principles
  • Support platform integrity
  • Contribute to community growth