Can Face Foundrie deny approval of a proposed new supplier for any reason?
Face_Foundrie Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
aging, furnishings, uniforms, technology, and other products, supplies or services from suppliers other than those previously approved by Franchisor and such items have not been designated by Franchisor to be exclusively supplied by a designated supplier(s), Franchisee shall first submit to Franchisor a written request for authorization to purchase such items, together with such information and samples as Franchisor may require. Franchisor shall have the right to require periodically that its representatives be permitted to inspect such items and/or suppliers' facilities, and that samples from the proposed suppliers, or of the proposed items, be delivered for evaluation and testing, either to Franchisor or to an independent testing facility designated by Franchisor. Permission for such inspections shall be a condition of the initial and continuing approval of such supplier, manufacturer or distributor. A charge equal to the greater of $2,500 or the reasonable cost of the evaluation
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 73–74)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Face Foundrie's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Face Foundrie has broad discretion to deny approval of a proposed new supplier. Specifically, Face Foundrie may deny approval for any reason, including limiting the number of approved suppliers. This gives Face Foundrie significant control over the supply chain and product quality within its franchise system.
Before a Face Foundrie franchisee can use a new supplier, they must submit a written request for authorization, along with any information and samples Face Foundrie requires. Face Foundrie can also require its representatives to inspect the supplier's facilities and test samples, with the franchisee bearing the costs. These costs are set at the greater of $2,500 or the reasonable cost of the evaluation and testing, which may include Face Foundrie's travel expenses.
Face Foundrie will then notify the franchisee in writing of its decision within 90 days after receiving the request and completing the evaluation and testing, if required. Face Foundrie also reserves the right to re-inspect approved suppliers and revoke approval if they no longer meet Face Foundrie's criteria. If approval is revoked, the franchisee must immediately stop purchasing from the disapproved supplier and cease selling or using any disapproved items or products. This ensures Face Foundrie maintains consistent standards across all franchise locations.