How does Bombs Away Franchising define an 'Approved Vendor'?

According to Bombs Away's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, an 'Approved Vendor' is defined as a supplier, vendor, or distributor of inputs that has been approved by Bombs Away Franchising. Inputs are any goods, services, supplies, fixtures, equipment, inventory, computer hardware and software, real estate, or comparable items related to establishing or operating the Bombs Away business.

This means that franchisees are required to purchase certain items necessary for running their Bombs Away franchise from vendors that Bombs Away has specifically vetted and approved. This is a common practice in franchising to ensure brand consistency and quality control across all franchise locations.

If a franchisee wishes to use a vendor that is not on the approved list, they must submit a written request to Bombs Away for approval. Bombs Away may then evaluate the vendor's capacity, quality, financial stability, reputation, and reliability, and may also conduct inspections, product testing, and performance reviews. Bombs Away will provide written notification of the approval or disapproval of the proposed new vendor within 30 days after receiving the franchisee's request. Bombs Away, however, is not liable for any claim or loss related to any product provided or service performed by any Approved Vendor.