Third Party Logistics
Our Third‑Party Logistics (3PL) ecosystem brings together trusted logistics partners that help sellers store, pick, pack, ship, and return products efficiently. By using a certified 3PL providers, sellers can focus on growing their business while logistics operations scale smoothly in the background. This ecosystem focusses on reliability and flexibility so sellers can select the fulfillment model that best fits their business, and partners can deliver value through seamless integrations.
The 3PL ecosystem launches in April 2026 with a select number of participants. Throughout 2026 the category will see continuous development on it's scope and definition. Later on in the year new applicants will be reviewed.
Benefits for Third Party Logistics providers in the bol ecosystem
As a certified 3PL, you get:
- Pre-release access to new API functionality and early access to API documentation through closed beta-programs
- To attribute in the design of new functionality
- Access to bol webinars and (tech) workshops to discuss new functionality and share best practices
- Access to the oAuth Codeflow to enable user-friendly keyless authentication
- Direct connection to bol 2nd-tier API Operations support
In addition, certified integration partners can also expect commercial benefits, support and endorsement from bol:
- Promotion on the bol partnerplatform and as preferred option during the onboarding of new sellers.
- Promotion as launching partners for new (API) functionality (when applicable)
- Invites to bol branded events with the opportunity to present yourself to our sellers.
- Lead sharing and joined commercial opportunities.
- Shared marketing opportunities.
Connect
Interested in joining our ecosystem as a certified partner? Fill out the form via the link below to share your contact details and information about your company.
Please note that applications are reviewed twice a year, so do not expect immediate response.
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Requirements
To help our sellers navigate our ecosystem and guarantee quality standards, the 3PL program follows strict requirements for participation.
Read more about the requirements & benefits
API documentation
With the bol.com Retailer API you can develop tooling that integrates and connects other systems with the bol.com platform.