When will Bambu provide a list of approved suppliers to the franchisee?
Bambu Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
a designated supplier or distributor and establish the appropriate credit terms with it.
On or before commencement of the onsite portion of the Training Program, we will make available to you a list of our approved suppliers, the standards and specifications for items to be used, sold or leased by you through your Bambū shoppe. The list of approved suppliers that will apply for your Bambū shoppe will vary depending on your Franchised Location within our national distribution network.
We derive revenue from our sales of Proprietary Items to our franchisees.
Source: Item 8 — Restrictions on Sources of Products and Services (FDD pages 22–26)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bambu's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a list of approved suppliers and the standards and specifications for items to be used, sold, or leased in the Bambu shoppe will be made available to the franchisee on or before the commencement of the onsite portion of the Training Program. The list of approved suppliers may vary depending on the franchisee's location within Bambu's national distribution network.
This means that franchisees will have access to the necessary supplier information before they begin their practical training. This allows them to understand where they need to source their products and supplies from, ensuring they meet Bambu's standards.
It is important to note that the approved suppliers can differ based on the franchise location, indicating that Bambu has a regional approach to its supply chain. Franchisees should pay close attention to the specific list they receive to ensure they are sourcing from the correct vendors for their area. Franchisees must execute any agreement as may be reasonably required by a designated supplier or distributor and establish the appropriate credit terms with it.