Concessions Vendor Application

A commercial vendor application is a formal document used by businesses to gather information from potential suppliers. It's essentially an application form that vendors must complete and submit to be considered for doing business with a particular company.   

Here's a breakdown of what a typical commercial vendor application includes:

1. Basic Vendor Information:

Company Name: Legal name of the vendor's business.   

Contact Information:Primary Contact Person (Name, Title, Phone, Email)   

Mailing Address   

Website (if applicable)   

Business Structure: Sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, corporation, etc.   

Tax Identification Number (EIN):
2. Business and Financial Information:

Business Description: A brief overview of the vendor's products or services.   

Years in Business: How long the vendor has been operating.
Insurance Coverage: Types of insurance carried (e.g., general liability, product liability).
Banking Information: Account name, bank name, routing number, account number.   

3. References:

List of previous clients or customers: To verify the vendor's reliability and performance.
4. Certifications and Licenses:

Any relevant industry certifications or licenses (e.g., food safety certifications, contractor licenses).
5. Compliance:

Acknowledgment of the company's code of conduct, terms and conditions, and any other relevant policies.

The "Terms and Conditions" section of a commercial vendor application outlines the rules and expectations that both the company and the vendor must adhere to. Here are some common examples:

Compliance:

Legal and Regulatory Compliance: The vendor must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., labor laws, environmental regulations, data privacy laws).
Company Policies: The vendor must adhere to the company's code of conduct, anti-corruption policies, and any other relevant internal policies. This may include things like conflict of interest rules, data security requirements, and sustainability guidelines.
Intellectual Property:

Protection of Confidential Information: The vendor must protect the company's confidential information, such as trade secrets, customer data, and proprietary technology.
Ownership of Intellectual Property: Clear delineation of ownership rights for any intellectual property created during the course of business with the company.
Payment Terms:

Invoice Submission: How and when invoices should be submitted (e.g., electronically, by mail, payment portals).
Payment Processing: Payment terms (e.g., net 30 days, discounts for early payment).
Dispute Resolution: Procedures for resolving payment disputes.
Performance Standards:

Quality Standards: Requirements for the quality of goods or services provided.
Delivery Schedules: On-time delivery requirements.
Service Level Agreements (SLAs): Specific performance metrics for service providers.