Concept Description
City Wide is a leading provider of facilities management services, offering a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to own and operate their own business in this growing industry. With over 60 years of experience, City Wide has established a strong brand reputation and proven track record of success.
Our franchisees benefit from our comprehensive training and support program, proprietary technology, and ongoing marketing assistance. Our core values of integrity, accountability, and customer satisfaction set us apart from the competition, and our commitment to these values has earned us a loyal customer base.
Our franchisees enjoy the freedom and flexibility of running their own business, while also benefitting from the stability and security of a well-established brand. With a limited number of franchises available in select markets, now is the time to join the City Wide team and take control of your future.
Testimonials
“Jeff and I saw firsthand through my work for City Wide Franchise Corporate how this business can provide real wealth opportunities for us; there is no greater endorsement than a former employee who decides to buy a franchise from the company! With City Wide, we get to make a difference in our community, not just for ourselves and our family, but for our clients and our team. The work is rewarding because we believe in what we are doing for our clients every day.”
Meredith Cimino
– Co-Owner, City Wide Maintenance of Omaha
“What appealed to us about City Wide was the opportunity to work together and build a family business. No corporate bosses, no long distance travel, and the freedom to be there for our children when we want. Personal effort is directly rewarded with results and as you grow you get to share that success with an ever-growing team of direct staff, independent contractors, and happy clients.”
Alan Matheson
– Co-Owner, City Wide of Central Pennsylvania
Unit Option
Single, Multiple
Background
FDD Franchised Units: 98
Corporate Owned Units: 5
Projected New Units: 1
Year Established: 1961
First Year Franchised: 2001
Type of Business: Franchise
Hours of Operation: Regular Business Hours
Number of Employees: Medium (6-20)
Availability
Territories: United States, International, Canada: Registered
Financials
Liquidity: $250,000
*Investment Range: $226,784 - $393,084
**Average Investment: $200,000 - $350,000
Provided by the Franchisor
Minimum Net Worth: $500,001 to $750,000
6 Month Cash: $300,000
Franchise Fee: $70000
Royalty: 5%
Royalty Description: The greater of 5% of total Gross Sales or the Minimum Royalty Fee, including Gross Sales involving national accounts
Advertising: Local: $1,200 per year.
National Advertising: 1% of total Gross Sales, or as set forth in the Operating Manual.
Ramp-Up: 10 to 12 months
Passive Ownership: Passive Ownership NOT Allowed
Passive Ownership means the owner is working 15 hours or less per week in the business.
Passive Ownership Explain: WE WILL EXPLORE PASSIVE BUT HAVE TO HAVE A 20% MINORITY MANAGING PARTNER
Available Discounts
- Veterans
Discount Description: $7,000 of Initial Franchise Fee
Training, Support and Assistance
Co-Operative Advertising: N/A
Site Selection Assistance: Available
Lease Negotiation Assistance: N/A
Length of Training: 2 1/2 months
Training Description:
- 60 days of on boarding prior to attending 2 weeks of classroom training
- Personal Coaching for Business Set-Up
- 80 Hours Online Training Prep Prior to 2-Week Corporate Training in Sales, Operations, Marketing, IT, Accounting, and CRM
- 1st Week in Market with Business Performance Coach
- City Wide Call Center Support – 6 Months
- City Wide Accounting Services – 6 Months
- National Account Development and Support
- Online City Wide Learning Portal
- Peer Support from Existing Franchisees
Operational and Marketing Tools:
- Full Marketing suite of products
- Operational Manuals
- Operations support with a Business Performance Coach on going
Financing Assistance: N/A