Interquest Detection Canines
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Interquest Detection Canines system.
Interquest Detection Canines
21900 Tomball Pkwy.
Houston, TX 77070-1526
800#: (800) 481-7768
Tel: (281) 320-1231
Fax: (281) 320-2512
E-mail: interq@interquestk9.com
Web Site: www.interquestfranchise.com
Contact: Mr. Michael P. Ferdinand, VP Franchise Operations
INTERQUEST provides a home-based business opportunity incorporating the use of scent-trained canines to detect the presence of contraband in schools and industry. Limited competition, with great territories available throughout the US.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1988
First Franchise: 1999
Franchise Units: 37
Company-Owned Units: 2
Total Units: 39
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in NR
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 8 in TX, 7 in CA, 3 in LA
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American:
>Hispanic:
>Asian-American:
>Native American:
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 1-3 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: NA SF; HB
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $30-50K
Total Investment: $30-70K
Average Total Investment: $50K
Minimum Net Worth: $250K
Fees
>Franchise: $30K
>Average Franchise Fee: $30K
>Royalty: 6%
>Advertising: 1%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Discouraged
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: NA
Cooperative Advertising: NA
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 10
On-Going Support: a,b,C,d,G,h,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 2 Weeks Houston, TX.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: Southeast, Northeast
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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