What is the franchisee's obligation regarding the sign of the Bumper Man business?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ohibit Franchisee's Operating Principal (if Franchisee is an Entity) from engaging in another business that is not a Competitive Business during hours in which Customers within the Designated Area are not open for business for the purposes of supplemental income). Notwithstanding the foregoing, Franchisor may allow for a deviation from the Standards at its sole option.
- (b) Maintenance. Franchisee must at all times maintain the appearance, mechanics, sign, equipment and overall condition of the approved Bumper Business vehicle, both inside and outside in excellent repair and a clean condition and comply with the Standards. Franchisee is solely responsible for maintenance, repair and replacement where necessary to maintain normal operating conditions and for any liabilities arising therefrom in accordance with this Agreement.
- (c) Improvements. Franchisor may from time to time require Franchisee to engage in upgrading, renovation, repairs and maintenance of the Bumper Business vehicle and tools in accordance with Franchisor's then-current Standards. Franchisor reserves the right to require upgrading at more frequent intervals on reasonable notice, if Franchisor decides in its discretion, that it should be appropriate, whether system wide or for an individual franchise due to marketing requirements, deterioration, appearance or operations. Franchisee must complete to Franchisor's satisfaction any changes Franchisor
requires within a reasonable time, not to exceed three months from the date Franchisee is notified of any required changes, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by Franchisor. Franchisee acknowledges and agrees that the requirements of this Section 6(c) are both reasonable and necessary to ensure continued public acceptance and patronage of the Bumper Man businesses and to avoid deterioration or obsolescence in connection with the operation of the Bumper Business. If Franchisee fails to make any improvement as required by this Section 6(c) or perform maintenance as described in Section 6(b), Franchisor may, in addition to its other rights in this Agreement, effect such improvement or maintenance and Franchisee must reimburse Franchisor for the costs Franchisor incurs.
- (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.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 45–180)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bumper Man FDD, franchisees must maintain the sign of their Bumper Business vehicle in excellent repair and clean condition at all times. This falls under the general requirement to maintain the appearance, mechanics, equipment, and overall condition of the vehicle, both inside and outside. The franchisee is solely responsible for the maintenance, repair, and replacement necessary to keep the vehicle and sign in normal operating condition.
Bumper Man also has the right to require franchisees to upgrade, renovate, repair, and maintain their Bumper Business vehicle and tools according to the company's current standards. These upgrades can be required at more frequent intervals if Bumper Man decides it is appropriate due to marketing requirements, deterioration, appearance, or operations, either system-wide or for an individual franchise. The franchisee must complete any changes to Bumper Man's satisfaction.
Upon termination or expiration of the franchise agreement, the franchisee has further obligations regarding the sign. The franchisee must make alterations to distinguish the Bumper Business from its former appearance and other Bumper Man businesses to prevent public confusion. Within 30 days of termination or expiration, the franchisee must deliver to Bumper Man all signs, vehicle wraps, advertising, and promotional materials containing any Mark or relating to the Bumper Business. The franchisee must also allow Bumper Man to remove these items from the Bumper Business. The franchisee is responsible for all costs associated with complying with these de-identification obligations and must provide evidence of compliance to Bumper Man within 30 days of termination or expiration.