What is the name of the printing service the Coffee News franchisee is initially required to use?
Coffee_News Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
all have the right to produce and supply Copy to Franchisee under the terms of a separate agreement entered into between Franchisor and 2703203 Manitoba Inc.
- 4.4 Printing Services. Franchisee acknowledges and agrees that it will purchase the printing services from Coffee News Printing, LLC in Bangor, Maine for a minimum period of one (1) year from the date of this Agreement. Upon expiration of such one (1) year, Franchisee may continue using the printing service of Coffee News Printing, LLC, but has the option to purchase printing service from another print shop.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 36–118)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Coffee News Franchise Disclosure Document, as a new franchisee, you are required to use Coffee News Printing, LLC, located in Bangor, Maine, for your printing services for at least the first year of your franchise agreement.
After the initial one-year period, you have the option to continue using Coffee News Printing, LLC, or you can choose to switch to another print shop. This provides some flexibility after the first year, allowing you to potentially find a more cost-effective or convenient printing solution.
However, if Coffee News provides you with financing to purchase a minimum of four franchised units, and you've made the initial training fee payments, you are obligated to continue using Coffee News Printing, LLC for the duration of the loan term. This condition ensures that Coffee News maintains some control over the printing quality and consistency when they have a significant financial stake in your franchise operation.