If All County disapproves a supplier, can the franchisee reorder from that supplier?
All_County Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We may disapprove any supplier whom we previously approved, and you may not, after receipt of notice of disapproval, reorder from any supplier we have disapproved.
Source: Item 8 — Restrictions on Sources of Products and Services (FDD pages 16–19)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All County's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if All County disapproves a supplier, franchisees are prohibited from reordering from that supplier after receiving notice of the disapproval. This restriction is part of All County's broader authority to monitor and maintain the quality of goods and services used within its franchise system.
This policy has significant implications for prospective All County franchisees. It means franchisees must cease using a supplier once All County issues a disapproval notice, regardless of any prior approval or existing relationship with the supplier. This could potentially disrupt a franchisee's operations if they have become reliant on a particular supplier. It also highlights the importance of franchisees staying informed about All County's approved supplier list and any changes to it.
All County retains the right to monitor the quality of goods and services provided by approved suppliers and can terminate any supplier that does not meet their standards. This ensures consistency and quality across all All County franchises. Franchisees should be aware that failure to comply with All County's supplier requirements, including ceasing business with a disapproved supplier, could lead to termination of their franchise agreement.