How long are the renewal terms for the Bw Premier Collection Distribution Agreement?
Bw_Premier_Collection Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- a. This Agreement has a term that ends on December 31st of the year that is the tenth (10th) anniversary of the date of the Hotel's activation on BWI Reservation Channels (e.g., bestwestern.com, the BWI reservations call center, and BWI connections to GDS systems) (the "Term"). The Term shall automatically renew for successive ten (10) year Terms unless a Party provides the other with notice of its intent not to renew at least six (6) months prior to the end of the then- current Term.
Source: Item 17 — Renewal, Termination, Transfer, and Dispute Resolution (FDD pages 41–44)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bw Premier Collection FDD, the Distribution Agreement term ends on December 31st of the year that is the tenth anniversary of the hotel's activation on BWI Reservation Channels. Unless either party provides notice of intent not to renew at least six months before the current term expires, the agreement automatically renews.
Specifically, the Bw Premier Collection Distribution Agreement renews for successive ten-year terms. This means that if a franchisee wishes to continue operating under the Bw Premier Collection brand after the initial ten-year term, the agreement will automatically extend for another ten years, and so on, unless a non-renewal notice is given.
This automatic renewal clause provides a level of stability and continuity for both Bw Premier Collection and the franchisee. However, it also places a responsibility on both parties to actively monitor the agreement's term and provide timely notice if they do not wish to renew. Franchisees should mark their calendars and carefully consider their long-term plans at least six months before the end of each term to avoid unwanted automatic renewals.