What is the required notice period for non-renewal of the Bw Premier Collection agreement?
Bw_Premier_Collection Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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.
With respect to franchises governed by Minnesota law, we will comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, Subds. 3, 4 and 5 which require, except in certain specified cases, that you be given 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days' notice for non-renewal of the Distribution Agreement.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 54–203)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bw Premier Collection FDD, the standard agreement term automatically renews for successive ten-year terms unless either party provides notice of intent not to renew at least six months before the current term expires. However, for franchises governed by Minnesota law, Bw Premier Collection must provide 180 days' notice for non-renewal, except in certain specified cases.
This means that a Bw Premier Collection franchisee outside of Minnesota needs to be aware that they must notify the franchisor at least six months before the end of their current term if they do not wish to renew the agreement. Failure to do so will result in an automatic renewal for another ten years. For franchisees in Minnesota, the notification period is extended to 180 days, providing a longer window for making a decision about renewal.
The variation in notice periods based on location highlights the importance of understanding the specific legal requirements in the franchisee's state. Prospective franchisees should confirm which laws govern their agreement and be aware of all applicable deadlines to avoid unintended renewal or termination of their franchise agreement with Bw Premier Collection.