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Acquisition RequirementBW000588

Decontamination or specialist cleaning business wanted in Northern England by a private equity buyer

Technical Trade & MaintenanceDecontamination & Specialist Cleaning

A Western European private equity buyer is seeking the full acquisition of a decontamination or specialist cleaning business in Northern England, with annual turnover of £1m to £3m. Confidential approaches from owners or advisers are welcomed.

  • Full acquisition
  • Northern England
  • £1m to £3m turnover

Acquisition at a glance

Reference BW000588

Acquisition criteria

Reference
BW000588
Status
Active Requirement
Sector
Technical Trade & Maintenance
Sub-sector
Decontamination & Specialist Cleaning
Last reviewed
13 July 2026
Target turnover
£1m to £3m
Target location
Northern England
Acquisition intent
Bolt-on acquisition
Acquisition type
Full acquisition

Buyer and transaction readiness

Buyer type
Private equity
Buyer origin
Western Europe
Acquirer scale
Established SME acquirer
Funding position
Funds in place
Decision readiness
Actively reviewing opportunities
Transaction experience
Five plus completed acquisitions
Execution capability
External advisers appointed

Geographic focus

Target location preference
Northern England

Full description

A Western European private equity buyer is seeking the full acquisition of a decontamination or specialist cleaning business in Northern England.

The target should have annual turnover of £1m to £3m. The search is focused on suitable businesses operating in Northern England.

Owners of suitable businesses, or advisers acting on their behalf, are invited to make confidential contact.

Decontamination & Specialist Cleaning

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