Hire a driver with a van when you need steady delivery coverage throughout the working day; outsource when you can group orders into a delivery block. Compare pay, social security, vehicle costs, fuel and absence cover alongside the service price. In west Mexico City, SIVA Logistics offers a van and driver in 3.5-hour blocks, with a personalized quote on WhatsApp.
Before you decide
- A 3.5-hour block accommodates approximately 12–15 deliveries within one area.
- Allow approximately 8–10 deliveries when combining areas; confirm your route before paying.
- Enclosed van with 3.0 m³ of cargo space and up to 550 kg capacity; this is a delivery service, not recruitment.
When should you hire a driver with their own van?
Hiring can make sense when you have consistent work and need availability throughout the day. A driver bringing their own van does not remove vehicle costs or coordination. If you hire someone as a formal employee in Mexico, you must register them with IMSS, the social security institute. A SIVA block lasts 3.5 hours, rather than a full working day.
Before advertising, agree who pays for fuel, maintenance, insurance and repairs. Establish what happens when the vehicle is unavailable. Knowing who owns the van does not settle those responsibilities.
An employee lets you organize the role's tasks and routes. You also need to plan deliveries and cover absences. Booking SIVA means purchasing a delivery service with a van and driver. It does not provide candidates for your vacancy.
Which costs should you compare beyond wages?
Compare the cost of running deliveries, rather than the advertised wage alone. Include employment obligations, fuel, the vehicle, administration and replacement cover. Request a personalized SIVA quote for your areas, stops, time window and cargo. Compare that quote with your actual staffing and operating costs to decide which option fits your business.
| Item | Employed driver | SIVA block |
|---|---|---|
| People | Pay, IMSS registration and employment obligations | Van and driver delivery service for 3.5 hours |
| Vehicle and fuel | Agree costs, insurance, maintenance and repairs | Enclosed van with 3.0 m³ cargo space; up to 550 kg |
| Absences or breakdowns | Arrange cover to keep deliveries moving | Refund if the van or driver fails |
| Routes and updates | Assign route planning and proof of delivery | WhatsApp departure update and photo with recipient's name |
| Price and extras | Add all agreed operating costs | Personalized quote; extra time and out-of-area trips quoted separately, subject to availability |
Cost per delivery = quoted block price ÷ completed deliveries. Use your own route and confirmed quote when comparing this with hiring a driver.
Compare a real route from your business
Send the area, delivery count and date. We will check whether the route fits into 3.5 hours and quote applicable extras.
Will your deliveries fit into a 3.5-hour block?
A block accommodates approximately 12–15 deliveries within one area or 8–10 across different areas. SIVA covers Interlomas, Santa Fe, Lomas de Chapultepec and Polanco. These are planning estimates: addresses, building access and cargo shape the route. Group nearby orders before comparing a block with having a driver available throughout the working day.
Choose 8:30 am–12:00 pm or 1:00–4:30 pm, Monday through Saturday. Book 1 day ahead. Check access authorization for gated communities in Interlomas and reception arrangements for Santa Fe towers.
The cargo area measures 2.0 × 1.30 × 1.15 m. Stay within both the 3.0 m³ volume and 550 kg weight limit. SIVA does not transport refrigerated goods, hazardous materials, oversized items or animals. If those are part of your workload, this service is not suitable.
What if the driver is absent or the van breaks down?
With an employed driver, you need a plan for absences and a vehicle to keep deliveries moving. With SIVA, you receive a refund if the van or driver fails. This does not promise an immediate replacement. If SIVA arrives late for the start of your 3.5-hour block, you are not charged for that delay.
Your assigned driver messages from the vehicle's WhatsApp account. You receive a departure update and a photo of each delivery with the recipient's name. Optional goods insurance is paid for by the customer.
Compare delivery evidence alongside the price. The AMVO 2026 Online Sales Study reports damaged orders (45%), missed delivery times (38%) and incomplete orders (33%) among online order problems. These are e-commerce findings, rather than SIVA performance figures.
How do you decide using your actual orders?
Review addresses, delivery windows, cargo and how consistently you need a driver. If orders fit into 3.5 hours, compare a block against the full cost of hiring. If you need availability throughout the day, assess that requirement separately. Ask for a personalized quote and compare it with your actual payroll, vehicle and coordination costs.
- Group orders for Interlomas, Santa Fe, Lomas de Chapultepec and Polanco.
- Check whether you need 12–15 stops in one area or 8–10 across areas.
- Confirm cargo size, weight, access instructions and recipient availability.
- Request the block price and any extras before paying.
If demand varies, assess both options. Internal delivery may suit continuous work, while blocks can cover grouped orders. Neither arrangement guarantees savings or automatic availability.
Frequently asked questions about hiring or outsourcing
Clarify pricing, booking notice and disruption policies before choosing. SIVA offers 3.5-hour delivery blocks booked 1 day ahead. Extra services require a quote, and cargo restrictions apply. These answers explain the delivery service you are purchasing, so you can compare it with employing a driver who brings their own van.
How much does outsourcing to SIVA cost?
Message us on WhatsApp for a personalized quote in minutes. Share the areas, number of deliveries, time window, and cargo type and volume. We confirm the price before you book. Extra time and destinations outside our four areas are quoted separately, subject to availability.
How far ahead should I book?
Book a block 1 day ahead. For afternoon route delivery, request before 12:00 pm, subject to space. That option does not reserve a dedicated van for today.
What happens if the driver or van fails?
SIVA refunds your payment if the driver or van fails. If SIVA arrives late at the start of a block, that time is not charged. An immediate replacement is not promised.
Does SIVA find drivers for me to employ?
No. SIVA Logistics provides deliveries with a van and driver by time block. It is not a job board or a recruitment service for your business.