Buyers seeking software development & engineering businesses in the UK

Both. Many buyers actively seek strong services-only businesses. A path toward productisation or retained managed services can, however, widen the pool of interested buyers.

Requirements range from small specialist teams through to established firms with fifty or more engineers. Each mandate sets its own size and capability parameters.

For some acquirers, yes, particularly where it materially improves gross margin and can be integrated cleanly. For others, a UK-only delivery model is preferred. Each requirement is clear on this point.

Each requirement states its own target turnover band, and many also set out profitability expectations, deal structure and the acquirer's funding position. Ranges run from owner-managed businesses through to established groups, so the individual mandate page is always the definitive statement of what that buyer will consider.

Nothing is published about your business. You read the acquirer's stated requirement, then write to our team quoting the mandate reference with a brief outline of your company. We review the fit and, where it is credible, make a discreet introduction. If you decide not to proceed, no trace of the approach is left.

Every acquirer has submitted a written mandate covering investment criteria, funding position, decision process and prior acquisition experience. Our team reviews each submission before publication, and requirements without a defined thesis or a credible route to completion are declined.