One Event, 5 Tonnes of Waste: How Stadiums Go Green

The Waste Problem Inside Australia's Biggest Events

A sold-out AFL final at the MCG serves upwards of 95,000 fans. If 70% of those fans purchase food or beverages — a conservative estimate at a major sporting event — each generates roughly 300–500 grams of food service packaging waste. That single four-hour event produces between 20 and 33 tonnes of cups, containers, cutlery, and wrapping, the overwhelming majority of it destined for landfill.

Scale this across a full AFL, NRL, or cricket season and a major stadium generates hundreds of tonnes of food service packaging waste annually. Council sustainability officers, corporate sponsors, state environment agencies, and national sporting codes are all paying attention — and that scrutiny is translating directly into procurement requirements for venue operators and catering contractors.

The transition to certified compostable packaging at stadium scale is no longer a future aspiration. The materials, supply chains, and waste infrastructure now exist to make it operationally viable at any venue size. What's missing, in most cases, is a clear understanding of what to buy, what certifications to require, and how to build a waste system that actually diverts packaging from landfill rather than just relocating it to a greener-looking bin. This article provides that framework.

What "Compostable" Really Means at Event Scale

The word "compostable" appears across thousands of products in the Australian food service market — often incorrectly. For event venues and stadium caterers, precision matters. Buying the wrong product creates regulatory exposure, contaminates waste streams, and undermines sustainability reporting that sponsors and councils are increasingly auditing.

AS 4736 vs AS 5810 — Which Certification Matters for Venues?

AS 4736-2006 is Australia's standard for industrial composting. Products certified to AS 4736 must achieve greater than 90% biodegradation within 180 days when exposed to temperatures of 55–60°C in a commercial composting environment. They must also pass ecotoxicity tests and leave no harmful residues in the compost output.

AS 5810-2010 covers home composting — ambient-temperature conditions in a domestic backyard bin. Products certified only to AS 5810 are not necessarily accepted by commercial composting facilities, which operate at elevated temperatures to achieve faster, higher-volume throughput.

For stadiums and event venues, AS 4736 is the certification that matters. Waste from large venues goes to commercial composting facilities, not domestic bins. Any commercial composting contract will specify AS 4736 as the minimum standard for packaging acceptance. AS 5810-only products will be rejected — and in many facilities, a single rejected item can cause the entire load to be diverted to landfill.

Both standards are administered by the Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA). Certified products carry the ABA seedling logo and a certificate number verifiable through the ABA website. If a supplier cannot provide a current, product-specific certificate number on request, the compostability claim is unverified.

Why Uncertified "Biodegradable" Claims Create Compliance Risk

Under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), making unsubstantiated environmental claims — including vague "biodegradable" or "eco-friendly" labels without evidence — exposes businesses to ACCC enforcement action. The ACCC has publicly committed to scrutinising greenwashing across sectors, and food service packaging has been an area of specific focus in recent enforcement sweeps.

Major event contracts — including those involving national sporting codes — increasingly contain environmental compliance clauses that require third-party verified credentials for all on-site packaging. A venue that cannot demonstrate AS 4736 certification for its compostable packaging may be in breach of contractual obligations with promoters, broadcasters, or sponsors.

The practical rule: for every compostable product your venue or catering contractor uses, hold the AS 4736 certificate number on file. It protects you legally, demonstrates due diligence to auditors, and ensures your waste is accepted by your composting provider.

The Full Packaging Stack for Stadium Food Service

Compostable packaging works as a system, not a collection of individual swaps. A stadium that uses certified compostable containers but seals them with conventional plastic lids has contaminated the compostable waste stream — those containers can no longer be composted. Full-stream integrity requires every contact-packaging item to be certified compostable.

Beverage Cups — Hot and Cold

Cups are the highest-volume item in most stadium food service operations. Hot drink cups use a paper construction with a PLA (polylactic acid) lining replacing the conventional polyethylene lining. These are certified to AS 4736 and appropriate for coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. Single-wall cups in 8oz are the standard for coffee service; double-wall construction is recommended for venues where customers carry drinks across concourses, reducing heat transfer and improving structural integrity during transit.

Hot cup lids must be CPLA (crystallised PLA) — standard PLA distorts at temperatures above approximately 60°C and is not safe for hot liquids. CPLA lids withstand up to approximately 85–90°C and are certified compostable. Using a standard PLA lid on a hot cup is a common — and costly — mistake that creates both a safety issue and a waste stream contamination problem.

For cold drinks, PLA cold cups in 12oz, 16oz, and 24oz are the standard compostable format. They are visually similar to conventional plastic cups, certified to AS 4736, and perform well for soft drinks, juice, water, and iced beverages. Critical caveat: PLA cold cups must not be used for hot beverages — the material degrades structurally above approximately 55°C.

ZenPacks' compostable cups range covers single-wall and double-wall hot cup formats as well as PLA cold cups across all standard event sizes, from 4oz espresso to 24oz cold drink.

Food Containers, Plates and Bowls

Bagasse — the fibrous pulp remaining after sugarcane juice extraction — is the industry standard for compostable food containers and plates at event scale. Its physical properties make it uniquely suitable for stadium food service:

• Handles temperatures from -20°C to 120°C without deforming — suitable for hot pies, chips, curries, and frozen desserts
• Natural grease and liquid resistance — holds sauced and oily food without leaking through the base
• Microwave-safe and freezer-safe
• Certified to AS 4736 and breaks down within 60–90 days in commercial composting conditions
• Available in plates (6", 7", 9", 10"), bowls (12oz to 32oz), clamshell containers, and multi-compartment trays for combo meals

For stadium concession operations, the most widely used formats are 9-inch round plates for meal serves, 750ml–1,000ml clamshell containers for burgers, pies, and wraps, and 3-compartment trays for combination deals. ZenPacks' takeaway containers range covers the full bagasse format spectrum.

For premium hospitality areas and stand-alone plate service, the eco-friendly plates range offers 6-inch through to 10-inch round and rectangular options suitable for both general admission food courts and corporate hospitality.

Cutlery and Serving Ware

Compostable cutlery for stadium service needs to withstand real food — thick gravies, dense proteins, dishes that require genuine cutting and leverage. Two materials consistently deliver the performance required:

• Birchwood cutlery: Made from FSC-certified sustainable birch. Strong, naturally smooth-grained, and heat-resistant to approximately 80°C. Available in individual pieces or pre-wrapped knife-fork-spoon sets. Certified compostable.
• CPLA cutlery: Crystallised PLA with a weight and finish closer to conventional plastic. Heat resistant to approximately 85°C. Certified to AS 4736. Available individually or in wrapped sets.

For high-throughput stadium service, pre-wrapped cutlery kits — knife, fork, spoon, and napkin in a single sealed sleeve — reduce SKU complexity, eliminate cross-contamination at service points, and speed queue throughput at peak demand. The full range of wrapped and individual formats is available in ZenPacks' wooden & compostable cutlery collection.

Bags, Napkins, Straws and Sundries

Full waste stream integrity requires every incidental packaging item to be compostable. Key sundry items for event food service include:

• Kraft paper bags: Unbleached, recyclable, and certified compostable. SOS flat-bottomed formats for food service; flat bags for wrapping; carry bags for combo meals.
• Paper napkins: 1-ply dispenser or 2-ply dinner formats in high-volume packs suitable for dispenser stations across concourse service points.
• Paper straws: Mandated in every Australian state under single-use plastic bans. Standard 6mm bore for regular cold drinks; 8mm jumbo format for thick shakes. Individually wrapped to maintain hygiene standards at volume.
• Portion cups and sauce containers: 1oz, 2oz, and 4oz bagasse portion cups for condiments, paired with AS 4736-certified CPLA or bagasse lids.
• Wooden skewers and stirrers: FSC-certified birch or bamboo for coffee service and food presentation. Certified compostable.

Australian Regulations Every Venue and Caterer Must Know

Australia's regulatory approach to single-use plastics has proceeded state by state — but as of 2026, the net result is uniform: conventional plastic cutlery, plates, straws, stirrers, and many cup formats are now banned in every state and territory. For venue operators and catering contractors managing events across multiple jurisdictions, understanding the specific requirements and timelines is essential procurement knowledge.

State-by-State Single-Use Plastics Bans

New South Wales implemented Phase 1 on 1 November 2022, prohibiting lightweight plastic bags, single-use plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery, and plates. Phase 2 commenced 1 November 2025, extending bans to plastic produce bags, PVC food service items, polystyrene food containers, and additional formats.

Victoria banned single-use plastic cups (including EPS polystyrene), lids, plates, cutlery, straws, stirrers, and drink picks from 1 February 2023.

Queensland banned plastic shopping bags in 2018 and single-use plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery, plates, and polystyrene cups from September 2021, with further items added progressively through 2022 and 2023.

South Australia banned plastic bags in 2009 and progressively banned plastic cups, cutlery, plates, and straws through 2021–2022, among Australia's earliest adopters of single-use plastic regulation.

Western Australia banned plastic bags in July 2018 and single-use plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery, and plates from July 2022.

Australian Capital Territory banned plastic bags in 2011 and progressively prohibited single-use plastic cutlery, plates, straws, stirrers, and cups from 2021 through 2024.

Tasmania banned plastic bags in 2013 and prohibited single-use plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery, plates, and EPS food containers from November 2023.

The operational takeaway for venues: all conventional single-use plastic food service items are banned across Australia. Certified compostable or recyclable alternatives are not a sustainability preference — they are a legal requirement at every food service point.

FOGO Programs and Compostable Packaging Acceptance

FOGO (Food Organics and Garden Organics) programs collect food waste and certified compostable packaging together for commercial composting. The NSW Government has committed to making FOGO available to all NSW council areas by 2030, with many major metropolitan councils — including City of Sydney, Inner West, Randwick, North Sydney, Ku-ring-gai, and the Northern Beaches — already operating FOGO programs.

The acceptance rule is consistent across Australia: only packaging certified to AS 4736 is accepted in commercial FOGO composting streams. Products certified only to AS 5810, products bearing uncertified biodegradable claims, and oxo-degradable plastics are routinely rejected. A single contaminated load can result in an entire batch being redirected to landfill at facilities with strict acceptance protocols.

Stadiums and large event venues typically operate at volumes well above residential FOGO thresholds and will require direct commercial composting contracts rather than council collection services. Most major composting facilities will accept commercial contracts from venues generating certified organic waste, and pricing is often competitive with — or below — metropolitan landfill disposal rates given the facilities' appetite for consistent feedstock volumes.

APCO 2025 National Packaging Targets

The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) sets national packaging sustainability targets for signatories. The 2025 National Packaging Targets included a commitment to 100% of packaging being reusable, recyclable, or compostable by 2025, with 70% of packaging actually recycled or composted. Major food service operators with national event venue contracts are APCO signatories and have incorporated these targets into vendor and venue procurement requirements.

Even where APCO membership is not contractually required, the targets set the benchmark that event sponsors, corporate partners, and institutional investors increasingly expect. For venues seeking major sponsorship in the 2026–2028 period, demonstrable packaging compliance with APCO-aligned standards is becoming a standard item in environmental due diligence.

Comparing Packaging Materials: Reference Table for Procurement Teams

The table below compares the primary packaging materials available for stadium and event food service across the dimensions most relevant to procurement decisions. Wholesale cost ranges are indicative for Australian supply at volume.

Material	Best Applications	Temperature Tolerance	Certification	FOGO / Commercial Composting	Wholesale Cost (per unit)	Commercial Decomposition
Bagasse (Sugarcane)	Plates, containers, bowls, trays	-20°C to 120°C	AS 4736	Yes	$0.18–$0.45	60–90 days
PLA (Polylactic Acid)	Cold cups, cold lids	Cold only (max ~55°C)	AS 4736	Yes	$0.12–$0.28	90–180 days
CPLA (Crystallised PLA)	Hot cup lids, cutlery	Up to ~85–90°C	AS 4736	Yes	$0.08–$0.20	90–180 days
Paper (PLA-lined)	Hot cups, bags, wrapping	Hot and cold	AS 4736	Yes (if AS 4736 certified)	$0.10–$0.28	90–180 days
Birchwood / Bamboo	Cutlery, skewers, stirrers	Up to ~80°C	AS 4736 / FSC	Yes	$0.08–$0.18	90–180 days
Kraft Paper	Bags, napkins, wrapping	Ambient	Recyclable / Compostable	Yes (compostable stream)	$0.02–$0.25	60–180 days
Conventional Plastic (PP/PE)	N/A — banned in all states	Wide range	Not compostable	No	$0.05–$0.20	500+ years
EPS (Polystyrene)	N/A — banned in most states	Limited	Not compostable / Not recyclable	No	$0.08–$0.18	500+ years

What It Actually Costs to Go Compostable at Stadium Scale

The cost question is the first one venue operators and catering contractors ask — and it's usually framed incorrectly. The comparison is not simply "compostable cup versus conventional plastic cup." The full cost calculation includes waste disposal, regulatory compliance risk, and brand value. When all three are included, the economics look materially different.

Per-Unit Wholesale Costs by Category

At purchase volumes appropriate for stadium-scale operations, certified compostable packaging in Australia falls within these indicative wholesale ranges:

• Hot cups, single-wall (8oz): $0.10–$0.16 per unit
• Hot cups, double-wall (8oz): $0.18–$0.28 per unit
• Cold cups, PLA (16oz): $0.15–$0.25 per unit
• CPLA cup lids: $0.08–$0.14 per unit
• Bagasse plates (9-inch): $0.18–$0.32 per unit
• Bagasse clamshell containers (750ml): $0.22–$0.42 per unit
• Wooden or CPLA cutlery sets (3-piece): $0.10–$0.18 per unit
• Paper straws (standard 6mm): $0.04–$0.08 per unit
• Kraft paper bags (SOS, medium): $0.12–$0.22 per unit
• Paper napkins (2-ply): $0.02–$0.05 per unit

Pricing at the lower end of these ranges is achievable at 50,000+ units per SKU. At 100,000+ units, custom-quoted volume pricing typically reduces costs further. Stadium operators placing annual contracts across multiple SKUs are in a strong negotiating position with wholesale suppliers.

The Per-Attendee Packaging Budget Framework

The most useful cost metric for event venue procurement is packaging cost per attending customer. Not every fan purchases food or drink — typical food and beverage purchase rates at Australian sporting events range from 60% to 80% of total attendance, depending on event type, timing, and demographic.

For a typical food-purchasing attendee receiving one beverage and one food item, the compostable packaging cost breaks down as:

• 1 × beverage cup + lid: $0.20–$0.38
• 1 × food container or plate: $0.22–$0.42
• 1 × cutlery set: $0.10–$0.18
• 1–2 × napkins: $0.03–$0.08
• 1 × bag or tray: $0.08–$0.18
• Total per purchasing attendee: approximately $0.63–$1.24

Applying a 70% purchase rate to a 50,000-capacity event: 35,000 packaging sets × $0.63–$1.24 = $22,050–$43,400 in packaging cost per event. At a blended midpoint of approximately $0.90 per set, this represents roughly $31,500 per event — a figure that can be built into concessionaire pricing models and benchmarked against food and beverage revenue per head.

At equivalent conventional plastic volumes, the comparable figure runs approximately 15–30% lower per unit. However, this raw comparison excludes waste disposal, examined below.

Waste Disposal and Landfill Cost Savings

Compostable packaging's economic case strengthens when waste disposal is included in the full-cost model. In NSW, the metropolitan landfill levy has exceeded $80 per tonne in recent years and is expected to increase further as the state pursues waste diversion targets. Commercial composting contracts for certified organic waste are typically priced competitively with — and in some cases below — landfill gate rates, particularly as composting infrastructure capacity expands.

For a venue generating 20 tonnes of organic waste (food scraps and compostable packaging combined) per event, the difference between landfill disposal and commercial composting can represent several hundred dollars per event in direct savings. Across a full season of 10–15 events, this contribution meaningfully offsets the per-unit premium on compostable packaging.

Compliance Risk and Brand Value

The full cost calculation includes two non-procurement line items that are increasingly material. Venues using banned packaging materials face fines under state environmental protection legislation — in NSW, penalties for commercial breaches can reach tens of thousands of dollars per incident. The compliance cost of switching to certified compostable alternatives is zero.

Brand and sponsorship value is harder to quantify but very real. Sustainability credentials are now a standard due diligence item in major sponsorship negotiations. A venue that can demonstrate a verifiable, zero-waste packaging programme — including certified compostability, commercial composting contracts, and documented diversion rates — is a more attractive sponsorship property than one that cannot. Venues that publish these credentials prominently on their digital presence amplify this value significantly.

A 5-Step Compostable Packaging Programme for Venues

Implementing a credible compostable packaging programme at a stadium or event venue is a systems design exercise, not just a procurement substitution. The five steps below reflect best practice from venues that have made the transition successfully.

1. Audit your full packaging stack. Map every single-use packaging item used across all food and beverage service points — concession stands, hospitality suites, bars, coffee carts, and catering operations. Categorise each item as: currently banned, permitted but non-compostable, or already certified compostable. This audit creates the complete procurement changeover roadmap and identifies any gap items requiring new supplier relationships.
2. Map your waste infrastructure. Identify what composting infrastructure is accessible to the venue. Determine whether council FOGO services are available at commercial scale, or engage directly with an industrial composting facility for a contract. Confirm the facility explicitly accepts AS 4736 certified packaging — not all do without explicit contractual confirmation.
3. Set AS 4736 as your mandatory procurement specification. Include AS 4736 certification as a non-negotiable specification in all packaging tenders and supply agreements. Request current certificate numbers for every compostable product and verify them through the Australasian Bioplastics Association register before placing orders. Reject any supplier that cannot provide documented certification.
4. Train all food service staff and concession operators. Waste stream integrity is determined at the bin, not at the procurement stage. Every staff member handling packaging or interacting with customers needs to know: what products in the venue are compostable, which bin each item belongs in, and what happens to the entire load when a non-compostable item is placed in the wrong bin. Compostable packaging protocols should be integrated into all casual and seasonal staff inductions.
5. Communicate the programme to attendees and promote it publicly. Clear signage at every bin station, concourse messaging, and concession counter labelling significantly improves waste stream purity. Venues that invest in attendee communication report contamination rates well below those relying on passive sorting. Publishing programme results — tonnes composted, landfill diversion percentages — in post-event sustainability reports and on venue websites builds the credibility that sponsors, local councils, and event promoters increasingly require. Venue operators looking to strengthen their digital communications should consider their overall online presence; weauto provides professional websites for Australian businesses from $99, making it easy for venue operators to publish sustainability credentials and programme results publicly.

Note: venues undertaking commercial kitchen or concession fit-out upgrades as part of this transition should ensure all electrical work meets current Australian standards. APX Trade Group, licensed electricians in Sydney, specialise in commercial kitchen and hospitality venue electrical fit-outs.

What's Changing in 2026–2027 — Prepare Now

The regulatory and commercial environment for event venue packaging is accelerating. Three developments will materially affect procurement and operational decisions over the next 12 to 24 months.

Extended Producer Responsibility Legislation

Australia is actively developing a national Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework for packaging. Under EPR, the cost of end-of-life disposal is borne by packaging producers and importers — and passed through the supply chain to purchasers. When EPR levies are applied to conventional plastic packaging, the per-unit cost premium of certified compostable alternatives narrows or reverses entirely. Venues already operating with compostable packaging will not face this additional cost burden. Those that delay face a potential double impact: EPR levies on remaining conventional packaging and accelerated compliance timelines.

APCO Tightening Post-2025

APCO's 2030 targets are expected to set stronger mandatory elements than the 2025 targets, with enhanced reporting obligations and minimum recycled content requirements for signatories. Major catering operators with national event venue contracts are already revising their packaging specifications in anticipation — which flows into the requirements they impose on venues through concession agreements. Venues that establish compliant packaging systems now are ahead of the curve rather than scrambling to meet tightening contractor requirements.

Commercial Composting Infrastructure Expansion

State and federal governments are investing in new commercial composting capacity as part of their FOGO rollout commitments. As capacity expands and composting facilities compete for consistent organic waste feedstock, gate rates for certified compostable waste are expected to fall further. Venues that establish composting relationships now are positioned to renegotiate on improving terms as the infrastructure market develops — and to make composting claims in sustainability reporting that are backed by documented diversion data.

ISO 20121 Event Sustainability Certification

Adoption of ISO 20121 (Event Sustainability Management System) is growing among Australian venue operators and major event management companies. Packaging compliance — specifically the use of certified compostable materials and documented waste diversion — is a core element of ISO 20121 certification assessment. Venues pursuing or considering certification should treat their packaging programme as a documented asset with measurable outcomes, not just a compliance cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between AS 4736 and AS 5810 compostable certification?

AS 4736 certifies packaging for industrial composting — heated commercial facilities operating at 55–60°C that break down material in under 180 days. AS 5810 certifies packaging for home composting at ambient temperatures, which is a slower and lower-temperature process. For stadiums and event venues, AS 4736 is the only operationally relevant standard. Commercial composting facilities require it; AS 5810-only products will typically be rejected and directed to landfill.

Can compostable cups and containers go in FOGO bins at venues?

Yes — but only if the packaging is certified to AS 4736. Products labelled merely as "biodegradable," carrying unverified eco claims, or certified only to AS 5810 are typically rejected by FOGO processors. A single contaminated load — one non-compostable item in an otherwise clean bin — can result in the entire batch being rejected and sent to landfill. Always verify AS 4736 certification before diverting any packaging item into a commercial composting stream.

Is compostable packaging genuinely more expensive than plastic at venue scale?

On a per-unit basis, certified compostable packaging typically costs 15–30% more than conventional plastic equivalents at equivalent volume. However, the full cost comparison — which includes landfill disposal costs, NSW metropolitan landfill levies above $80 per tonne, regulatory compliance risk, and brand value — gives a materially different result. For high-volume venues in states with significant landfill levies, the net cost premium on a full-cost basis is often lower than the per-unit comparison suggests, and in some operational models approaches parity.

What single-use plastic packaging is banned at Australian events?

As of 2026, single-use plastic cutlery, plates, straws, stirrers, and lightweight bags are banned in every Australian state and territory. Expanded polystyrene (EPS) cups and food containers are banned in most jurisdictions. PVC food service items are banned in NSW under the Phase 2 ban that commenced 1 November 2025. Venues must use certified compostable, recyclable, or reusable alternatives at all food and beverage service points — across every state and territory.

How do I verify that a supplier's packaging is genuinely AS 4736 certified?

Request the specific AS 4736 certificate number for each product from your supplier, then cross-reference it against the certified products register maintained by the Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA). Certified products carry the ABA seedling logo and a verifiable, current certificate. Under Australian Consumer Law, unsubstantiated environmental claims are an offence — if a supplier cannot provide a current, product-specific certificate number, do not accept their compostability claim.

How much compostable packaging does a stadium event actually require?

A practical baseline is approximately one beverage cup and lid, one food container or plate, one cutlery set, and one to two napkins per food-purchasing attendee. At a 70% purchase rate for a 50,000-capacity event, this represents approximately 35,000 of each major packaging item per event. For ongoing stadium operations, annual volume commitments across multiple SKUs place venues in a strong negotiating position for wholesale pricing at the lower end of market ranges — typically $0.63–$1.24 in total packaging cost per purchasing attendee.

Can food waste and compostable packaging be mixed in the same bin at an event?

Yes — co-collection of food waste and AS 4736 certified packaging in the same compostable waste stream is the intended model, and it simplifies on-floor waste separation for both staff and attendees. Both go into the compostable bins and are transported to the commercial composting facility together. The critical requirement is keeping non-compostable items — recyclables, glass, aluminium — strictly separate, as contamination typically results in the entire compostable load being rejected by the receiving facility.

Is bagasse or PLA better for hot food service at events?

For hot food containers and plates, bagasse is significantly superior to PLA. Bagasse handles temperatures up to 120°C, provides natural grease and liquid resistance, and performs reliably with oily, sauced, and wet food. Standard PLA begins to deform structurally above approximately 55–60°C and is not appropriate for hot food applications. Use PLA for cold cups and cold-serve applications; use CPLA specifically for hot cup lids and cutlery where higher heat tolerance is required; use bagasse for all hot food containers, plates, and bowls.

ZenPacks supplies certified compostable packaging at wholesale pricing to stadiums, event venues, catering contractors, and hospitality operators across Australia. From compostable cups and CPLA lids to bagasse plates and cutlery sets, ZenPacks works with high-volume buyers on event-season and annual volume contracts — with competitive wholesale pricing, Sydney-based despatch, and national delivery. Contact ZenPacks to discuss your venue's packaging requirements and receive a volume-based quote.