PCSO Lotto Franchise

1. How to Apply as an Online Lottery Agent?

a. The applicant is requested to fill-up the On-Line Lottery Application Form

The Application Form shall include the following attachments:

*Sketch/Location Map of the proposed outlet site.
*Picture of the building of the proposed outlet site.

b. PCSO shall conduct the inspection and technical evaluation of the proposed outlet site/s. The applicant shall be informed of the evaluation result. If the proposed outlet site is viable, the following shall be required:

For Individual Applicant

For Corporation

c. PCSO shall notify the applicant on the status of the application concerning the availability of communication facilities in the proposed outlet prior to installation of facilities.

d. The applicant shall be informed when to fabricate lotto booth.

For Terminal Installation.

* Payment to PCSO for Processing Fee.
* Payment to PCSO of an Installation Fee.
* Payment of Surety Bond to the GSIS.
(PCSO based station at the Annex I Bldg., 2/F)

e. Request for training in the operation of terminal .

f. Proceed to Merchandising Section for outlet provisions. NCR outlets will be provided by the Main Office, Quezon City. For NCL/STBR outlets, provisions will be given at the respective PDO covering the said locality.

g. Signing of the Agency Contract with the PCSO.

h. For On-Line Activation.

Note:
Please ensure that Application Form is complete and that all required documents are attached. Incomplete requirements will not be processed.

All application are subject to evaluation prior to approval.

2. On-Line Lottery Agents' Application Requirements?

a. Applicant must be:
* a FILIPINO citizen
* at least 21 years old

b. Applicant must accomplish and submit:

Individual Applicant:
Three (3) latest ID pictures (2 x 2);
Three (3) latest ID pictures (2 x 2) of spouse; Letter of INTENT; On-Line Lottery PERSONAL DATA SHEET;
Proof of Income;

For Self-employed:
Income Tax Return
Registration of Business
Audited Financial Statements

For Employed:
Income Tax Return
Registration of Business Audited Financial Statements
Certificate of Income

c. Proof of Ownership/Lease of Outlet

For Owner:
Land Title or TCT

For Lessee:
Contract of Lease (Notarized)
Building Owner's Authorization Form

NBI Clearance (Current)
Brgy Clearance (Personal Record) Sketch/Location Map of the Proposed Agency Site Photograph of the Vicinity Photograph of the Building
Photograph of the Interior

For Corporation
Bio-data of Corporate Officers and Directors
Photocopy of S.E.C Registration Photocopy of Articles of Incorporation Photocopy of By Laws Latest audited Financial Statement I.T.R. for the immediately preceding year Letter of Intent Contract of Lease Building Owner’s Authorization Sketch/Location Map of the Proposed Agency Site Photograph of the Vicinity Photograph of the Building
Photograph of the Interior

Applicant must make sure that the Proposed Agency Site must comply with the following criteria:

- 100 meters away from schools/place of learning and places of worship, subject to PCSO's policies and existing rules, except if the location is enclosed or a shopping center.

- Good human traffic, i.e. situated in commercial or busy intersections/areas. The location of terminal/booth should be strategic if within a mall or superstore.

- The area does not get flooded.

- Floor space of 8 - 9 sq. meters or available business counter measuring at least 1.0 m X 0.5 m

- Preferable with at least one (1) telephone facility, landline or cellular, for hotline operations. Such telephone (specially landline) should be situated at no more than one (1) meter away from the proposed terminal location.

- Enclosed (for security purposes) but with frontage from human traffic/entry. Frontage must face main road or to the direction of major traffic flow. In cases of malls, shopping centers or superstores, the lottery location need not be enclosed provided there is security of operation, specially after store hours.

- Dry floor space and proper ventilation (preferably air-conditioned).

- With regular power supply of 220 VAC, with grounding and available power point/s.

- With available shelf/counter/cabinet for terminal installation, modem and storage of lottery materials. If not currently available, the agent will be advised on when to fabricate.

- With operators to be made available for training in the operation of the terminals preferably one dedicated personnel and a back-up personnel per terminal. This agent will be advised on when the operators will be trained.

- Major operating hours fall within 7:00AM - 8:30PM, seven (7) days a week.

- At least 100 meters away from any existing lotto outlet which shall be subject to PCSO's governing rules.

National Capital Region - 100 meters
Southern Tagalog and Bicol Region - 200 - 250 meters
Northern and Central Luzon - 200 - 250 meters

Source: PCSO

Chowking Franchise

Chowking launched its franchising program in 1989 when the company was only 4 years old. For a young company with limited resources, franchising was the rational route to expansion. It enabled the company to penetrate new markets and extend its reach, without straining its resources. At the same time, franchising provided a business opportunity to local entrepreneurs in search of a promising investment.

The Chowking franchising system is founded on the philosophy that franchisees are business partners, co-owners of the company and members of the Chowking family. As business partners, they are provided with a support package that includes operational services, logistics, manpower training, marketing , national advertising, and other important services necessary to give them a better chance at success.

The franchising process starts when the company receives an expression of intent to apply for a Chowking franchise. A thorough and comprehensive evaluation of the merits of the proposed store site and the qualifications of the franchise applicant follows. If the site is deemed promising and the franchise applicant is considered qualified, plans for store construction are set to motion. While construction is going on, the company provides technical support to the franchisee and assists in the selection and hiring of the required manpower. Orientation and training of the newly-hired personnel completes this cycle.

Once the store is operational, the company's operations personnel pay it periodic visits to ensure that quality is maintained, prescribed procedures are followed, and FSC standards are met.

For the duration of the 10-year franchising contract, the franchisee receives from the company a package of services that includes logistical and marketing support, as well as a continuing training program for the store managers, kitchen staff and service crew. It is a company policy to require all franchisees and managing directors to familiarize themselves with the operations manual and to take part in the training program especially designed for them. As members of the Chowking family, franchisees are expected to take part in company-organized activities that not only keep them posted on business updates but also reinforce bonds and strengthen lines of cooperation. At the end of the 10-year franchise period, franchisees in good standing may be awarded an extension of another 10 years.

Although financial means is an essential factor in the choice of franchisees, it is by no means the most important. The company welcomes entrepreneurs who understand and accept the risks and potential returns of the business, demonstrate a keen business sense, and are willing and able to invest time in the operation of the store. An absolute "must" is that they believe in the brand and are committed to contributing to efforts to polish it to a radiant shine.

To apply for a franchise contact:

LOCAL FRANCHISING:
Contact Analyn Matining, Franchising Manager
at 635-8888 loc. 324
Email Adress: analynm@chowking.com

INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISING:
Contact Mr. Eduardo N. Paredes, Assistant to the President
International Business Development
635-8888 loc. 824
Email Adress: mailto:eduardop@chowking.ncom

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