What agreements must a Cd One Price Cleaners franchisee sign with the Payment Processor?
Cd_One_Price_Cleaners Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Payment Processor*") for all Orders, and the Payment Processor will pay
Franchisee those amounts (net of the Payment Processor's fees) in accordance with the Payment Processor's standard practices. Franchisee shall sign such agreements and other documents that COW periodically specifies with the Payment Processor and other suppliers to effectuate the payments under the Order Processing System.
- (d) Franchisee acknowledges and agrees that Franchisor and/or COW may periodically modify the features, functionality and other aspects of the Order Processing System, including, without limitation, utilizing additional third-party software and/or other third-party technology and services and the types, processes and means of providing Order Processing Services, from time to time during the term of this Addendum upon notice to Franchisee.
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Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 72)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Cd One Price Cleaners Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to sign agreements and other documents as specified by Cleaners Depot Franchise, LLC (referred to as COW in the document) with the Payment Processor. These agreements are necessary to facilitate payments under the Order Processing System. The Payment Processor is designated by COW and handles credit card and payment processing for orders, paying franchisees the amounts net of fees.
This requirement is tied to the pickup and delivery (PUD) services offered by Cd One Price Cleaners. The Order Processing System, managed by COW, includes a technology solution for customers to place orders and pay for services. Franchisees must also agree to the terms of use for accessing and using this system, ensuring that they and their personnel comply with the rules set by COW.
For a prospective franchisee, this means they must be prepared to enter into agreements with third-party payment processors chosen by Cd One Price Cleaners. These agreements will govern how payments are processed, what fees are deducted, and how funds are disbursed to the franchisee. It is important for franchisees to understand the terms of these agreements to manage their finances effectively and ensure smooth operation of the PUD services. Franchisees should seek clarification from Cd One Price Cleaners regarding the specifics of these agreements and any potential changes to the Payment Processor or the Order Processing System.