Can Bft collect payments from franchisees for equipment and supplies and pay the suppliers directly?

B. Required Use of Approved Suppliers. Franchisee may, at its option, designate, mandate or approve suppliers (which may include Franchisor and its affiliates) of all equipment, gear, merchandise, apparel, supplies, and other assets used in the development and operation of Franchisee's Studio. Franchisee agrees to purchase all such items only approved or designated suppliers and maintain all such items according to manufacturer or Franchisor specifications. Franchisor and its affiliates may, at their option, collect from Franchisee some or all payments, fees, and expenses for and associated with such items and pay the suppliers directly on Franchisee's behalf. If Franchisor elects to do so, Franchisee agrees that Franchisor or its affiliates may auto-debit Franchisee's bank account for such amounts in the same manner and using the same authorization that Franchisee grants Franchisor with respect to payment of Royalty Fees

and other fees. Franchisor and its affiliate may derive revenue or obtain other consideration from suppliers based on purchases that Franchisee makes, and Franchisor and its affiliates may use such revenue or consideration without restriction.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 79–265)