About this template
Expanding your distribution network requires a rigorous vetting process. A standardized dealer application form ensures you collect all critical operational, financial, and legal details from prospective partners before granting authorized dealer status.
This comprehensive template captures essential company data including EIN, corporate address, business type, tax exemption status, trade references, and sales history. By moving your intake process online, you eliminate scattered emails and incomplete submissions, allowing your sales and management teams to review and vet candidates efficiently.
Built for seamless deployment via Doc2Form, this template lets you start accepting applications immediately. Prospective dealers enjoy a clean, mobile-friendly interface that guides them through the requirements step by step, ensuring you receive accurate, actionable information every time.
Key features
- Collect verified company details and tax exemption info in one organized submission.
- Streamline trade reference checks and background vetting for new partners.
- Fully customizable questions to match your brand's specific distribution criteria.
- Accessible on any device for a frictionless applicant experience.
- Instant data organization in Google Sheets for rapid review by your sales leadership.
Use cases
Manufacturers vetting new regional retail partners.
Wholesale suppliers expanding their authorized distributor network.
Automotive and machinery brands evaluating prospective franchise deal…
Automotive and machinery brands evaluating prospective franchise dealers.
Consumer goods companies onboarding new B2B stockists.
What this form collects
- Full Name (Short answer)Enter the name of the primary contact person for this application.
- Job Title (Short answer)Your official title within the company (e.g., Owner, Director of Sales).
- Company Name (Short answer)Enter the legal registered name of your business.
- Employer Identification Number (EIN) (Short answer)Provide your federal tax ID or business registration number.
- Phone Number (Short answer)Primary business phone number where we can reach you.
- Email Address (Short answer)Primary business email for application status updates.
- Registered Company Address (Paragraph)Provide your full corporate headquarters or primary office address.
- Company Website (Short answer)Enter your official business URL (e.g., https://www.yourcompany.com).
- Date Company Commenced (Date)When did your business officially begin operations?
- Company Type (Dropdown)Select your legal business structure.
- Tax Exempt Status (Multiple choice)Are you claiming tax-exempt status for wholesale purchases?
- Tax Exempt Form Link (Paragraph)Please paste a link to your tax exemption certificate (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.) or note that you will email it separately.
- Company and Trade References (Paragraph)List 2–3 current trade references with company name, contact person, and phone number.
- How did you hear about us? (Dropdown)Select the primary source that led you to apply.
- Sales and Distribution Details (Paragraph)Briefly describe your current sales channels, target markets, and estimated annual volume.
FAQ
What information does a dealer application form typically collect?
It collects essential business data including legal company name, EIN, registered address, business type, years in operation, tax exemption details, trade references, and primary contact information.
Can I customize the questions on this Google Form template?
Yes. Once you generate the form using Doc2Form, you have full control in Google Forms to add, remove, or modify any questions to fit your exact partnership requirements.
How do I share this application with prospective dealers?
You can share the form via a direct link, email it to interested prospects, or embed it directly onto your corporate website's partner page.
Where are the submitted applications stored?
All responses are automatically organized in a linked Google Sheets spreadsheet, making it easy for your management team to track, review, and filter applicants.
Is this dealer application template free to use?
Yes, this is a free Google Form template that you can instantly convert and deploy using Doc2Form.
Get this form in your Google Drive
Save a copy to your Google Drive with one click (uses 1 credit). Or build from a PDF or description in the app.