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Port of Subs is an established fast-casual submarine sandwich chain with over 30 years of proven operating systems. Port of Subs specializes in fresh, quality, deli-style products and sandwiches. We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offer catering and special event planning. We offer an assortment of made-to-order submarine type sandwiches, hot sandwiches, salads, pastries, party platters, beverages and other quick service food items for the on-premises consumption or take-out.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1972
Franchising Since: 1984
Operating Units: |
| Franchised Units: | 130 | | 83.3% | | |
| Company-Owned Units: | 26 | | 16.7% | | |
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| Total Operating Units: | 156 | | 100% | | |
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Geographic Distribution: |
| U.S.: | 156 | | 100% | | In 5 States |
| Canada: | 0 | | 0% | | In 0 Canadian Provinces |
| International: | 0 | | 0% | | In 0 Foreign Countries |
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| Total: | 156 | | 100% | | |
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North America: |
| States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units: |
| Density | Units | | | | |
| 1. Arizona | 11 | | 2. California | 45 | | 3. Nevada | 69 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Hawaii, Washington
Financial Requirements
Investment: |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $250K |
| Cash Investment: | $80K |
| Total Investment: | $199.3-328.3K |
| Average Total Investment: | $264K |
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Fees: |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $16K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $16K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 5.5% |
| Average Royalty: | 6% |
| Advertising Fee: | 1% |
Average Number of Employees: 2-3 Full-time, 6-7 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 1,200-1,500
Preferred Sites: Storefront, Strip Center
Other Sites: Power Ctr.
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided? No
Listed in the SBA Registry? No
Support and Training
| International Franchise Association: | Yes |
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No |
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member |
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 27 |
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes |
| Financial Assistance? | No |
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Marketing Support: |
| Co-Op Advertising: | No |
| National Advertising: | No |
| Regional Advertising: | No |
| Local Advertising: | No |
| Marketing Materials: | None Specified |
| Additional Services: | None Specified |
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified |
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On-Going Support: |
| Central Data Processing: | Included in Fees |
| Central Purchasing: | Included in Fees |
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees |
| Field Training: | Included in Fees |
| Initial Store Opening: | Included in Fees |
| Inventory Control: | Included in Fees |
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees |
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees |
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees |
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Training: |
| 1. Reno, NV | 3 Weeks |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): |
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| Financial Net Worth: | N/A |
| General Business Experience: | N/A |
| Specific Industry Experience: | N/A |
| Formal Education: | N/A |
| Psychological Profile: | N/A |
| Personal Interview(s): | N/A |
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Minority Representation
Units Owned by Minorities: |
| African-American: | N/A |
| Asian-American: | N/A |
| Hispanic: | N/A |
| Native American: | N/A |
| Other: | N/A |
| Specific Minority: | N/A |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract: | 10 Year(s) |
| Term of Renewal Period: | 10 Year(s) |
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged |
| Area Development Agreements? | Yes, for 1 Year(s) |
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 25
| U.S.: | Yes, W,NW,SW |
| Canada: | No |
| Overseas: | No |
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