Is the cost to procure hardware included in the City Wide Technology Provisioning Fee?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
d or cashier's check, or by other payment methods as designated at CITY WIDE's sole and absolute right, the receipt of which CITY WIDE acknowledges by signing this Agreement. CITY WIDE will credit Franchisee with any deposit Franchisee paid within thirty (30) days immediately before the date of this Agreement Fran
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Technology Provisioning Fee does not include the cost to procure hardware. The Technology Provisioning Fee is $12,500 and covers the set-up of the City Wide enterprise software. However, franchisees must purchase the necessary hardware from City Wide separately.
This means that in addition to the $12,500 Technology Provisioning Fee, a new City Wide franchisee will also need to budget for the cost of the required hardware. The FDD does not specify the exact cost of the hardware, but it does state that it must be purchased from City Wide. This implies that franchisees do not have the option to source their own hardware from third-party vendors.
Prospective franchisees should inquire with City Wide about the specific types of hardware required, their costs, and any available financing options. Understanding these additional costs is crucial for accurately estimating the total investment required to start a City Wide franchise.