Must a Burros Fries franchisee's request to use an unapproved vendor be in writing?
Burros_Fries Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
If Franchisee desires to lease or purchase unapproved equipment, products, supplies or services from unapproved vendors, Franchisee shall submit to us a written request for such approval.
We shall approve or deny Franchisee's request, which approval is in our sole discretion, within thirty (30) days of receipt of Franchisee's written request.
Such approval or disapproval shall be made by email or any other form of written communication.
We shall have the right to require, as a condition of its approval and review, that its representatives are permitted to inspect the facilities of the proposed vendor and that the proposed item is delivered to us or our designee for testing.
The cost of such inspection and testing shall be paid by Franchisee, vendor or supplier and we shall not be liable for damage to or for the return of any sample and Franchisee may be responsible for the product, vendor and equipment assessmentfee as described in Section 10.H of this Agreement.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 53)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Burros Fries's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must submit a written request to the company if they want to lease or purchase equipment, products, supplies, or services from vendors not already approved by Burros Fries.
Burros Fries has the discretion to either approve or deny the franchisee's request. The company will then notify the franchisee of their decision via email or another form of written communication within 30 days of receiving the request.
Burros Fries also has the right to inspect the facilities of the proposed vendor and test the proposed item. The franchisee, vendor, or supplier is responsible for covering the costs of the inspection and testing. The franchisee may also be responsible for a product, vendor, and equipment assessment fee.