Where can I find the specifications for 'Operating Assets' required for a Bumper Man franchise?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (d) Designated Supplier. Franchisee must purchase Operating Assets, Products and Proprietary Products from Franchisor's designated and approved suppliers as set forth in the Manual. Franchisor or any of its Affiliates may be designated as the sole supplier for any Operating Assets, Products or Proprietary Products. In addition, Franchisor or its Affiliates may receive payments or other consideration from suppliers who provide Operating Assets or Products to franchisees operating under the System which Franchisor or its Affiliates may use in any manner Franchisor determines appropriate.
- (e) Operating Assets. Franchisee will use in the operation of the Bumper Business the Operating Assets (including the tablet equipped with Franchisor's Manual and invoicing software) loaned to Franchisee, in accordance with the Standards and loan terms set forth in the Manual. Franchisor makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the Products, Proprietary Products or Operating Assets provided by any supplier, including by or as a result of any statements made by Franchisor's employees or agents, or statements contained in the Manual, printed materials or general advertising materials. Except for any express limited warranty made by Franchisor or its Affiliates with respect to any Product, Proprietary Products or Operating Assets sold by Franchisor or its Affiliate, Franchisor or its Affiliate, as applicable, makes no warranty of merchantability or of the fitness of any Products or
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 45–180)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bumper Man FDD, the specifications for the Operating Assets required for a Bumper Man franchise can be found in the Manual. Specifically, Section 6(d) states that franchisees must purchase Operating Assets from Bumper Man's designated and approved suppliers as outlined in the Manual. Additionally, Section 6(e) indicates that franchisees will use the Operating Assets, including a tablet equipped with the Bumper Man Manual and invoicing software, in accordance with the standards and loan terms also detailed in the Manual.
This means that as a prospective Bumper Man franchisee, you need to consult the Manual to understand the required Operating Assets, their specifications, and approved suppliers. The Manual will provide details on the tools, equipment, and technology necessary to run the Bumper Man business. The tablet, which includes the Manual and invoicing software, is loaned to the franchisee, and its use must comply with the standards set forth in the Manual.
Furthermore, if a franchisee wishes to use alternative suppliers or new Operating Assets, they must seek approval from Bumper Man, providing the necessary information as required by Bumper Man, about the proposed new supplier, Operating Assets, or Products, according to the procedures in the Manual. Bumper Man has the right to approve or reject any supplier or items based on its standards. Franchisees are prohibited from purchasing from unapproved suppliers or using unapproved Operating Assets or Products in the Business. Therefore, understanding the contents of the Manual is crucial for compliance and operational success.