Answers to common questions about American RPGA membership, vendors and purchasing programs.
What is American RPGA?
American Restaurant Purchasing Group & Restaurant Association is a purchasing and vendor network designed to connect restaurant operators with greater collective purchasing leverage, preferred vendors and practical business programs.
Who can join?
The network is designed for restaurant operators and related foodservice businesses in the United States, including independent restaurants and multi-location groups.
Is restaurant membership free?
Yes. Restaurant membership with American RPGA is FREE. There is no membership fee or recurring membership dues. Individual vendor programs, products, services or purchases may have their own pricing and terms.
Does membership guarantee savings?
No. Program pricing and savings vary by vendor, category, location and terms. American RPGA is designed to create access and purchasing leverage; individual results depend on the programs a member uses.
How do I become a member?
Start with the online membership application. The American RPGA team can then follow up about eligibility, membership details and next steps.
How does a company become a preferred vendor?
Vendors can submit an application describing their offerings, service area and program capabilities. The application is reviewed before any preferred-vendor relationship is established.
Are preferred vendors exclusive?
Not necessarily. Any exclusivity or category-specific terms are defined in the written agreement between American RPGA and the applicable vendor.
Can I request a new purchasing category?
Yes. Members can contact American RPGA with category requests and vendor recommendations. Network priorities can evolve as participation grows.
How will I hear about new programs?
American RPGA can share updates through the website, member communications and other channels used by the organization.
How do you use application information?
Information submitted through website forms is used to process requests, communicate with applicants and operate the organization. Please review the Privacy Policy for more detail.