$1.8M EBITDA Environmental Solutions Platform in the US
March 18, 2026
by a searcher from University of Virginia-Darden - Darden School of Business in Maryville, TN, USA
Operator-led acquisition of a patented environmental solutions platform addressing aquatic invasive species, with demonstrated traction across multiple U.S. states.
Key Details:
▪ Revenue: ~$5M
▪ EBITDA: ~$1.7–1.9M (pre-QoE)
▪ Patented solution with proven effectiveness
▪ Existing government contracts with multi-state expansion underway
▪ Strong inbound demand from additional jurisdictions
Transaction Structure:
▪ Acquisition of 70% controlling stake for ~$9M
▪ Founders retain 30% and remain active in product development and government relationships
▪ Seller seeking partial liquidity with continued involvement
Operating Plan:
▪ Two-person operator team:
▫ One focused on sales, partnerships, and expansion
▫ One focused on operations, finance, and execution
▪ Founders supporting transition and growth
Growth Opportunity:
▪ Expansion into new states with existing demand
▪ Transition from unit sales to recurring leasing model
▪ Significant operating leverage as footprint scales
Capital Structure:
▪ Final structure expected to include a combination of equity, debt, and seller rollover
▪ Targeting approximately $1.5M–$3.0M of equity capital from a small group of aligned investors
Exit Profile:
▪ Targeting a 3–5 year hold period, with a focus on scaling the platform and transitioning to a more recurring revenue model prior to exit
Status:
▪ Active discussions with ownership
▪ Competitive process with prior indications of interest
▪ Targeting near-term LOI
Seeking investors comfortable with operator-led transactions, government-linked revenue models, and growth-stage execution.
If interested, please contact AJ redacted and Paul redacted Additional detail is available under NDA.
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