What is the weekly Technology Fee for a Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution franchise?
Bimbo_Foods_Bakeries_Distribution Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 | Column 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type of Fee | Amount Due | Due Date | Remarks |
| Transfer Fee (1) | 2% of sale price | Prior to consummation of transfer to anyone (including BFBD, unless BFBD initiates the sale under Article 9 of your Agreement) | To cover administrative activities undertaken by BFBD in connection with the transfer. |
| Loan Documentation | $500 | Upon loan closing | To cover lender's administrative cost of processing the loan. In addition, you will be responsible for a bank origination fee of .5% (.005) of the loan amount (for purchase of a full route). In the event that you purchase a partial route, you will be responsible for a $250 documentation fee (in lieu of the $500). There is no bank origination fee for the purchase of a partial route. |
| Fee (1) | |||
| Loan Reamortization Fee (1) | $350 | When/if you prepay your loan in an amount equal to the greater of $5,000 or 25% of the then outstanding principal balance. | To cover lender's administrative cost of reamortizing the loan balance. |
| Technology Fee (2) | $19.82 | Weekly | Withheld by BFBD to cover: Ongoing warranty for hand-held throughout time in service Ongoing warranty for printer throughout |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 30–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must pay a weekly Technology Fee of $19.82. This fee is withheld by Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution.
The Technology Fee covers the ongoing warranty for the hand-held device and printer used in the business. These warranties are maintained throughout the time the franchisee is in service.
Technology fees are common in franchising to cover the costs of software, hardware, and IT support. The fee ensures that Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution franchisees have the necessary tools and support to manage their routes effectively. This predictable, fixed cost helps franchisees budget and ensures they receive ongoing technical support and equipment maintenance.