Multi Unit Franchise Agreement Template for Netherlands

This Multi Unit Franchise Agreement template is designed for use in the Netherlands, incorporating requirements of the Dutch Franchise Act (Wet Franchise) and related commercial legislation. It's specifically intended for situations where a franchisor grants rights to an experienced franchisee to develop and operate multiple units within a defined territory over a specified period. The document includes comprehensive provisions for unit development scheduling, territory protection, operational standards, and system compliance, while ensuring adherence to Dutch pre-contractual disclosure requirements and franchise regulations. It's particularly suitable for established franchise systems looking to expand through experienced operators capable of managing multiple locations, providing a balanced framework that protects both the franchisor's system integrity and the multi-unit franchisee's development rights.

1. Parties: Identification of the franchisor and multi-unit franchisee, including full legal entities details

2. Background: Context of the agreement, description of the franchise system, and multi-unit development intention

3. Definitions: Comprehensive definitions of terms used throughout the agreement

4. Grant of Rights: Scope of franchise rights, territory rights, and development schedule for multiple units

5. Term and Development Schedule: Duration of the agreement and specific timelines for opening multiple units

6. Fees and Financial Obligations: Initial fees, ongoing royalties, development fees, and other financial commitments

7. Territorial Rights and Protection: Definition of territories for each unit and protection rights

8. Training and Support: Franchisor's obligations for initial and ongoing training across multiple units

9. Brand Standards and Quality Control: Requirements for maintaining consistent standards across all units

10. Intellectual Property Rights: Usage rights and restrictions for system-wide IP

11. Advertising and Marketing: Marketing obligations and coordination across multiple units

12. Reporting and Auditing: Financial reporting requirements and audit rights for all units

13. Insurance and Indemnification: Required insurance coverage and mutual indemnification provisions

14. Transfer and Assignment: Rights and restrictions regarding transfer of the multi-unit agreement

15. Termination: Termination conditions and processes, including unit-specific termination

16. Post-Termination Obligations: Obligations after termination including non-compete and confidentiality

17. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution: Application of Dutch law and dispute resolution procedures