What supplies and materials bearing the Marks must a Gold Star franchisee deliver to the company?

Based on the 2025 Gold Star Franchise Disclosure Document, it is not explicitly stated that a franchisee must deliver supplies and materials bearing the company's marks to Gold Star. However, the document does state that franchisees must adhere to the uniform specifications, standards, operating procedures, and rules prescribed by Gold Star for the development and operation of the store. This includes standards and specifications regarding ingredients, methods of food preparation and service, and weight, quality, and dimensions of menu items and other products served in the store.

Gold Star franchisees are required to maintain the interior and exterior of their store, including signs, furniture, fixtures, and equipment, in a clean and attractive condition that is satisfactory to Gold Star and complies with the company's design, appearance, decor, and other standards. Franchisees may also be required to refurbish their store at their own expense to conform to the trade dress, color schemes, and presentation of the marks in a manner consistent with the image then in effect for new Gold Star restaurants.

The FDD also states that the franchisee will identify itself to the public as the owner of the store in at least one conspicuous location in the store and in any other documentation that Gold Star may reasonably specify. The franchisee will not use the Marks or the System to incur any obligation or indebtedness on behalf of Gold Star, or in connection with any activity that may harm, tarnish or impair Gold Star's reputation, name, service, Marks or System.

While the FDD does not explicitly require franchisees to deliver branded materials to Gold Star, it emphasizes the importance of maintaining brand standards and using the Marks appropriately. A prospective franchisee should clarify with Gold Star the specific instances, if any, where branded materials need to be provided to the company.