What factors does Bambu base its approval of a proposed Franchised Location on?
Bambu Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
may be materially different than the terms set forth in the Franchise Agreement attached to this Disclosure Document. We base our approval of your proposed Franchised Location on a variety of factors including the visibility and demographics of the proposed Franchised Location. See Item 11. If you execute your Franchise Agreement before you select and we approve a site, we will designate a "Designated Area" within which you must find a Franchised Location. The designation of the Designated Area does not in any manner grant to you any continuing territorial rights in or to the Designated Area.
Your Franchise Agreement designates a geographic area ("Protected Area") in which we will not establish and operate, or franchise anyone else to establish and operate, other Bambū shoppes, except as described below.
Source: Item 12 — (FDD pages 38–40)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bambu's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the approval of a proposed Franchised Location is based on several factors. These include the visibility and demographics of the proposed location. Item 11 of the FDD may contain more details on these factors. If a Franchise Agreement is executed before a site is selected and approved, Bambu will designate an area where the franchisee must find a Franchised Location. However, this designation does not grant any continuing territorial rights.
When relocating an existing Bambu shoppe, the approval of the new location will be based on the same variety of factors considered for the initial proposed Franchised Location. Upon approval of the new location, a relocation fee of $15,000 is required. In return, Bambu will provide new shoppe operations support, including two site visits and three days of additional training support.
Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these factors and how they might impact the success of their Bambu franchise. Understanding the criteria Bambu uses to evaluate locations can help franchisees make informed decisions and increase their chances of securing a favorable site. Additionally, franchisees should inquire about the specific demographic and visibility requirements to ensure they meet Bambu's standards.