If a Zoomin Groomin franchisee wants to propose an alternative supplier, what action must they take?
Zoomin_Groomin Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If you wish to propose another supplier, you must do so in writing. We will review the supplier to determine whether to consider adding the supplier to our list of approved vendors. We reserve the right to approve or revoke approval of any supplier. We will notify you within 30 days if we approve or disapprove of an alternative supplier. If we have not responded within 30 days, then the request is deemed approved if the alternative supplier meets the requirements as specified in the Manual. If we revoke approval for a supplier, we will provide written notice to you.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 20–27)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Zoomin Groomin's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee wishes to propose an alternative supplier, they must do so in writing. Zoomin Groomin will then review the proposed supplier to determine whether to add them to their list of approved vendors. Zoomin Groomin retains the right to approve or revoke approval of any supplier.
Zoomin Groomin will notify the franchisee within 30 days if they approve or disapprove of the alternative supplier. If the franchisee does not receive a response within 30 days, the request is considered approved if the alternative supplier meets the requirements specified in the Zoomin Groomin Operations Manual. If Zoomin Groomin revokes approval for a supplier, they will provide written notice to the franchisee.
This process ensures that Zoomin Groomin maintains control over the quality and standards of the products and services used within its franchise system, while also allowing franchisees to suggest potentially beneficial alternatives. It is important for prospective franchisees to understand this process, as using unapproved suppliers could be a breach of the franchise agreement.