Frequently Asked Questions, Return Policy & Trade Credit Application
Everything contractors, facility managers, and municipal procurement officers need to open a Net-30 account, file Massachusetts tax-exempt certificates, or process a return.
Download Official FPM Credit Application
Apply for a commercial Net-30 trade account with Frank P. McCartin Co., Inc. Completed credit applications and tax certificates may be emailed directly to ar@goindustrialsupplies.com or faxed to (978) 458-9663.
📄 Download Credit Application (PDF) →
Return Policy
- Any returns must be within 30 days of invoice and have the original receipt or invoice number at the time of the return.
- All returns must be in original packaging, unused, and in resalable condition.
- No returns will be allowed on the following items: Electrical/electronic items, special orders, or custom-cut items.
- Any special order returns that are allowed by the manufacturer will be subject to restocking fees and return freight charges.
Sales Tax Policy (Form ST-4 Resale & Form ST-5 / ST-2 Exempt Organizations)
We are required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Revenue to charge 6.25% sales tax unless we have a valid tax-exempt or resale certificate on file:
- Contractors & Resellers (Form ST-4): Provide a signed Massachusetts Department of Revenue Form ST-4 (Sales Tax Resale Certificate) for tangible personal property purchased for resale.
- Municipalities, State Agencies & 501(c)(3) Institutions (Form ST-5 & Form ST-2): Provide a signed Form ST-5 (Sales Tax Exempt Purchaser Certificate) together with a copy of your organization’s Form ST-2 (Certificate of Exemption) where applicable.
Email completed certificates to ar@goindustrialsupplies.com or bring them to our counter at 149 Congress Street, Lowell, MA.
Credit Application
Download our Credit Application (PDF), complete and sign it, and return it to Accounts Receivable at ar@goindustrialsupplies.com or call (978) 453-1681.
How do I order under Massachusetts Statewide Contract FAC124 or MHEC G14 / G19?
Reference COMMBUYS Contract FAC124 (Vendor #201354, MBPO PO-23-1080-OSD03-SRC3-30757) or MHEC Contract G14 (Vendor #374 — Plumbing/HVAC) / MHEC Contract G19 (Vendor #419 — Facilities MRO/Electrical) on your purchase order or quote request. Visit our COMMBUYS FAC124 Hub or MHEC Hub for full contract documentation.
What pipe sizes and materials can you cut and thread in-house?
Our Lowell pipe shop cuts and threads pipe from 1/8" NPT up to 4" NPT in Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 black steel, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and red brass. Call (978) 454-7606 (PVF@goindustrialsupplies.com) ahead with your cut list for rapid counter pickup.