What is the current monthly Information Technology Services Fee for City Wide franchisees?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The current Business Development Services Fee is $3,500 per month. This fee may vary based upon the terms of the Business Development Services Agreement.
- 3.7.5 National Technology Development Fee. Franchisee agrees to pay to Franchisor $1,864 per month for the costs associated with Franchisee's participation in Franchisor's design, development. testing and deployment technology capabilities utilized in the operations of the Franchised Business.
- 3.7.6 Information Technology Services Fee. Franchisee is required to use Franchisor's Information Technology Services for the first thirty-six (36) months commencing on the date this Agreement is sig
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to use City Wide's Information Technology Services for the first 36 months after signing the Franchise Agreement. The current Information Technology Services Fee is $120 per month, but the FDD states that it may be greater depending on the level of services the franchisee elects. This fee does not include the cost of any hardware or software. The fee may also vary based upon the terms of the IT Services Agreement.
This IT Services Fee is separate from the Technology Provisioning Fee of $12,500, which covers the setup of City Wide's enterprise software. The franchisee is also responsible for purchasing hardware from City Wide and paying the required monthly licensing fees.
Prospective franchisees should carefully review the IT Services Agreement (Attachment M) to understand the full scope of services provided, potential additional costs, and how the fee may change over time. Understanding these costs is crucial for accurate financial planning.