How long does Mr. Sandless have to notify a franchisee of approval for a new item or supplier?
Mr_Sandless Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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If you wish to purchase any item that we have not yet approved, or you wish to purchase from a supplier that we have not yet approved, you must make a written request to us and furnish us with any information we may reasonably need to evaluate the proposed item or supplier. We will make a good faith effort to notify you of our approval within 15 days of receiving such information. Our failure to approve a supplier within this 15-day period will constitute disapproval of the proposed supplier. You must reimburse our costs related to our evaluation of the proposed item or supplier, not to exceed $500. We have the right to revoke our approval of any item or supplier that no longer meets our criteria or does not serve the needs of the franchise network as a whole. We will notify you in writing, such as by e-mail or through changes to our Operations Manual, of any changes to our lists of approved supplies and approv
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 15–18)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Mr. Sandless's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee wants to purchase an item or use a supplier not already approved by Mr. Sandless, they must submit a written request with all necessary information for evaluation. Mr. Sandless will then make a good faith effort to notify the franchisee of their approval decision within 15 days of receiving the required information.
It's important to note that if Mr. Sandless fails to approve the supplier within this 15-day period, it automatically constitutes a disapproval. Additionally, the franchisee is responsible for reimbursing Mr. Sandless's costs associated with evaluating the proposed item or supplier, up to a maximum of $500. Mr. Sandless also retains the right to revoke approval of any item or supplier if it no longer meets their criteria or serves the overall needs of the franchise network.
Mr. Sandless will communicate any changes to the approved lists of supplies and suppliers in writing, such as via email or updates to the Operations Manual. These lists are subject to change at any time, so franchisees need to stay informed of any updates from Mr. Sandless. This process ensures that Mr. Sandless maintains control over the quality and uniformity of products and services offered under the brand.