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Saia guaranteed / expedited delivery fees

Saia publishes 3 distinct guaranteed / expedited delivery charges in its SAIA 170-D — each listed below with its tariff item, conditions, and effective date.

Saia MABD Standard

$60 per shipment

Flat upcharge when customer lists specific date/multiple day window on BOL

Source: SAIA-170-D Item 1020C · effective Oct 21, 2024 · verified July 2026

“The charge for MABD Standard will be subject to a $60.00 flat upcharge per shipment.” (p. 144)

Saia Retail Delivery Assurance (XA)

30% of net freight charges, $68.00 minimum

Guarantee for shipments to Walmart/Sam's DC locations for eligible customers

Source: SAIA-170-D Item 1020B · effective Oct 21, 2024 · verified July 2026

“The charge for Saia Retail Delivery Assurance (XA) will be 30% of the net freight charges subject to a $68.00 minimum charge per shipment.” (p. 142)

Saia Guaranteed 12

35% upcharge of net line haul charges, $179.50 minimum

Delivery by 12 p.m. on published service standard day

Source: SAIA-170-D Item 1020 · effective Oct 21, 2024 · verified July 2026

“Charge for Saia Guaranteed 12 is a 35% up charge of the net line haul charges, subject to a minimum charge of $179.50.” (p. 140)

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More Saia fees

Excessive / declared value

$1.00 per $100 of invoice value, $79.00 minimum charge per shipment

Reconsignment / diversion

$5.18 per 100 lbs, $46.50 minimum, $481.00 maximum

Detention (without power)

$236.50 per day (within terminal area); $4.57/mile, $623.00 min (outside terminal); $101.50 for LTL no-freight

Peak / demand surcharge

$135 per shipment

Cubic capacity / density minimum

calculated weight (cubic feet x 6 lbs) at class 100 rate less 85% discount

Reclassification / inspection

$44 per shipment

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