Under what circumstances might a supplier's 'Approved' status be revoked for the Baymont Inn Suites franchise?

According to the 2025 Baymont Inn Suites Franchise Disclosure Document, a supplier's 'Approved' status can be revoked under specific circumstances. WSSI (presumably Wyndham Supply Services, Inc.) may revoke a supplier's approved status if the supplier's agreement with Baymont Inn Suites, WSSI, or an affiliate expires and is not renewed. Additionally, a supplier's approved status may be revoked if the supplier is in default under their agreement with Baymont Inn Suites, WSSI, or an affiliate.

Baymont Inn Suites will notify its franchisees if a supplier's 'Approved' status is revoked. However, this revocation does not necessarily prevent franchisees from continuing to purchase from that supplier. It simply means that the supplier will no longer participate in WSSI's program, which offers discounts or other benefits to franchisees.

This is a fairly standard practice in franchising, as franchisors often negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms for their franchisees. Maintaining the 'Approved' status is contingent upon the supplier adhering to the agreements and standards set forth by the franchisor or their designated affiliate. For a prospective Baymont Inn Suites franchisee, this means that the availability of discounts and benefits from certain suppliers could change if those suppliers fail to maintain their agreements with the franchisor.