Vending Locator Fees & Pricing FAQ
Clear answers about pricing, how the service works, and the difference between hot leads and cold leads.
Pricing
What are The Vending Locator fees?
We offer one-time packages starting at $19 for Basic (50+ locations), $29 for Pro (100+ locations), $129 for Start (200+ locations + resources), and $899 for Gold (300+ locations + setup resources). There are no recurring monthly fees for leads.
Is there a subscription?
No. Our lead packages are one-time purchases. You can reorder or upgrade anytime.
Do prices include sales tax or processing fees?
Prices shown are the checkout prices. Your card statement will reflect exactly the package cost.
How long does delivery take?
Basic delivers in ~5 days. Pro, Start, and Gold deliver in ~3 days. Delivery refers to preparing and validating the lead list for your area.
- Pricing model: One‑time packages
- Typical cost: $19–$899
- Lead ownership: You own your list
- Delivery time: ~3–5 days
- Contracts & scripts: Included on higher tiers
- Control & targeting: You choose focus areas
- Refund policy: Non‑refundable research
- Hot leads availability: Limited, market‑dependent
- Support: Priority email on higher tiers
- Pricing model: Monthly subscription or per‑placement
- Typical cost: $99–$299/mo or $1k+ onboarding
- Lead ownership: Often limited access
- Delivery time: Varies (often weeks)
- Contracts & scripts: Rarely included
- Control & targeting: Limited targeting
- Refund policy: Typically non‑refundable
- Hot leads availability: Uncommon
- Support: Basic/ticket system
- Pricing model: Retainer + placement fees
- Typical cost: $2k–$10k+ depending on scope
- Lead ownership: Agency‑managed
- Delivery time: Varies (often weeks)
- Contracts & scripts: Often extra cost
- Control & targeting: Agency decides
- Refund policy: Typically non‑refundable
- Hot leads availability: Sometimes via upsell
- Support: Account manager (retainer)
| Feature | The Vending Locator One‑time packages | Traditional Locator Service Subscription or per‑placement | Full‑service Agency Retainer + placement fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | One‑time packages | Monthly subscription or per‑placement | Retainer + placement fees |
| Typical cost | $19–$899 | $99–$299/mo or $1k+ onboarding | $2k–$10k+ depending on scope |
| Lead ownership | You own your list | Often limited access | Agency‑managed |
| Delivery time | ~3–5 days | Varies (often weeks) | Varies (often weeks) |
| Contracts & scripts | Included on higher tiers | Rarely included | Often extra cost |
| Control & targeting | You choose focus areas | Limited targeting | Agency decides |
| Refund policy | Non‑refundable research | Typically non‑refundable | Typically non‑refundable |
| Hot leads availability | Limited, market‑dependent | Uncommon | Sometimes via upsell |
| Support | Priority email on higher tiers | Basic/ticket system | Account manager (retainer) |
How it works
How does the service work?
You choose a package and share your target zip code. We generate a vetted list of qualified businesses near your area. You then use our outreach guidance (and included resources on select plans) to contact decision-makers and secure placements.
What makes a lead “qualified”?
We target businesses with consistent foot traffic and staff counts that historically perform well for vending: offices, healthcare, education, logistics/industrial, municipal, gyms, and hospitality. Where available, we include phone numbers from public sources.
How is the search radius applied?
We cluster leads within a radius around your zip code (15 miles for Basic, 25 miles for Pro/Start/Gold) and focus on realistic drive times for route-building.
Cold leads
What are cold leads?
Cold leads are businesses likely to fit vending but not yet contacted. They require outreach to qualify and convert. Our scripts and sequences help you book meetings and gain placements.
How many cold leads are included?
Basic includes 50+, Pro 100+, Start 200+, and Gold 300+ qualified locations within your defined radius.
Do you provide outreach materials?
Yes. Start and Gold include outreach scripts; Gold includes more business setup resources. All packages include guidance on outreach process.
Hot leads
What are hot leads?
Hot leads are opportunities where the site or manager has expressed active interest or is pre-vetted for immediate placement. These are limited and time-sensitive.
How do I access hot leads?
Hot leads are surfaced on select city pages and via our internal queue. Availability varies by market and demand. Act quickly if you see one available.
Are hot leads guaranteed placements?
No. They are high-fit, time-sensitive opportunities with a higher likelihood of placement when contacted promptly and professionally.
Industry-specific FAQs
What office size works best?
Start with 50+ on-site staff. Multi-tenant buildings with shared lobbies and break areas perform well. Reliable service cadence and card readers are key.
Recommended product mix?
Top-seller snacks and cold drinks; add a few better-for-you options. Track telemetry and rotate slow movers quarterly.
Any building requirements?
Many buildings require proof of insurance and a placement agreement. Confirm loading access, power, and hours for servicing.
What should I know about healthcare sites?
Expect steady weekday traffic. Prioritize uptime, cleanliness, and cashless. Follow facility rules for placement and servicing windows.
Compliance considerations?
Some campuses have food policy guidelines and security checkpoints. Coordinate with facilities and adhere to sanitation standards.
Best locations on campus?
Administrative areas, waiting areas, staff lounges, and near main corridors with consistent foot traffic.
K-12 vs University differences?
K‑12 often has stricter nutrition rules and limited access windows. Universities have more flexible placement options near libraries, dorms, and student centers.
Seasonality?
Align inventory and service with the academic calendar. Expect spikes during exam periods and move-in weeks.
Popular items?
Cold beverages, study snacks, and grab‑and‑go items with clear labeling. Card acceptance is a must.
Shift-based operations tips?
Serve multiple shifts with evening restocks when needed. Focus on energy drinks, cold beverages, and hearty snacks for long shifts.
Placement guidance?
Break rooms near time clocks or main aisles with steady worker flow. Ensure machines are protected from dust and have stable power.
Security & access?
Coordinate with site leads for access badges or escort procedures. Maintain clear service SLAs and a reliable contact.
What sells well in gyms?
Protein snacks, low‑sugar drinks, water, and recovery options. Test a small set of SKUs and iterate with member feedback.
Peak times?
Early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Plan restocks before peak windows to avoid outages.
Small footprint tips?
Combo machines or compact units near lobby or locker corridors. Card-first setups perform best.
Where to place in hotels?
Near elevators, lobbies, or vending alcoves on high-occupancy floors. Ensure quiet operation and proper signage.
Guest preferences?
Late-night snacks, bottled drinks, and travel essentials. Card readers are critical for quick purchases.
Staff coordination?
Work with front-desk or facilities for access and to quickly address any outages.
Approvals?
Follow procurement or facility management processes. Be prepared to provide insurance, references, and service commitments.
Traffic patterns?
Weekday daytime peaks. Focus on quick, affordable items and maintain high uptime.
Security notes?
Some buildings have screening checkpoints and limited service windows—plan routes accordingly.
Where do machines perform best?
Lobbies, mail rooms, and fitness areas with steady resident flow. Quiet operation and compact footprints are helpful.
Expected demand?
Evening and weekend usage dominates. Stock everyday favorites and track telemetry for reorder cadence.
HOA considerations?
Obtain HOA or property manager approval and clarify responsibilities for power, placement, and service hours.
More
Do you offer refunds?
Because research and validation are performed to your area, purchases are non-refundable.
Do I need card readers?
Yes—cashless increases conversion and enables telemetry for inventory and performance tracking.
Do you help with contracts?
Yes. Our higher-tier packages include contract templates. We also offer a separate Guide with detailed resources.