What is the length of the franchise term for a Brueggers Bagels franchise under the Franchise Agreement?
Brueggers_Bagels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Provision | Section in Franchise Agreement or License Agreement | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| a. Length of the franchise term | Section 3.1 of the Franchise Agreement; Section 2.1 of the License Agreement; Paragraph 2 of Franchise Agreement Addendum | The term under the Franchise Agreement is the earlier of 10 years from the date the Bakery opens, or 11 years from the effective date of the agreement; the term under the License Agreement is five years from the effective date of the agreement, and 10 years for all airport locations. |
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 49–54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Brueggers Bagels's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise term length is determined by Section 3.1 of the Franchise Agreement. The term is either 10 years from when the bakery opens or 11 years from the agreement's effective date, whichever comes first. For a License Agreement, the term is five years from the effective date of the agreement, but it extends to 10 years for airport locations.
This means a Brueggers Bagels franchisee can expect their initial franchise term to last for a decade, starting from the bakery's opening date, or potentially 11 years from the agreement's start. However, the actual term could be shorter if the bakery opening is delayed significantly after the agreement date. For franchisees operating in airport locations under a License Agreement, the term is slightly different, lasting 10 years.
It is important for prospective franchisees to understand these terms, as they dictate the length of time they are bound to the franchise agreement and the associated obligations. Franchisees should carefully consider the implications of these terms, especially regarding the timing of their bakery opening and the overall duration of their commitment to Brueggers Bagels. License agreements have a shorter term of 5 years, except for airport locations.