The company is a surveying, engineering, and materials testing firm, working with industry-leading oil and gas companies, municipalities, and civil engineers to deliver cost-saving solutions for substantial projects in the Western United States. The opportunity includes a related entity holding vehicles and equipment for operations.
Key Aspects
With nearly 60 years in business, the company is well established to preserve its competitive advantage in the industry, as the barriers to entry have become increasingly challenging with rising governmental regulations.
The company has invested heavily in vehicles and equipment, owning 131 specialized assets utilized in operations.
WHS has established a longstanding reputation for quality customer service, leading to a 95% retention rate amongst clients.
Master service agreements (MSAs) with large, publicly traded energy companies create repeat revenues for the company.
An established footprint across the Southwest and Mountain West regions of the US strategically positions the company near clients, creating efficient field operations.
Current Markets
The company serves oil & gas, utilities, transportation, land development, construction, mining companies, and municipalities in the southwest and mountain west regions of the United States.
Real Estate
The company operates out of five flex facilities, office and shop space, with four being leased from unrelated third parties and one being leased from an affiliated entity in four states across the Western United States.
Shareholder Objectives
The company is owned by three shareholders. Two shareholders involved with operations are willing to remain with the company and assist during the transitional period before seeking retirement, while the third shareholder, active in company operations, wishes to exit at the time of the transaction. Ownership is open to various deal structures and terms to facilitate a successful transaction.
