Woman & Minority Owned GC – MEP Specialists, Low Overhead, $1.3M Sales
Business Description
Transparent Trades, LLC is a woman and minority-owned general contracting and MEP coordination firm serving the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia markets. Established in 2022, this specialized business has generated over $1.1 million in verified revenue while maintaining a lean, high-efficiency operational model.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
The company specializes in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design and coordination, complete interior build-outs, restaurants, gyms, retail spaces, and light commercial renovations. What sets Transparent Trades apart is its ability to handle MEP design and coordination in-house, eliminating reliance on outside engineering firms and providing greater quality control, faster turnaround, and improved project accuracy.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
• Combined 2022-2023 Revenue: $1,145,000
• Normalized Cash Flow (SDE): $150,000
• EBITDA: $95,000
• Low overhead, home-based operation
• Strong margins maintained through streamlined operations
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
• In-house MEP expertise - rare among small to midsize general contractors
• Woman & Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (WMBE) certification
• Integrated design-build approach reduces change orders and improves accuracy
• Established brand receiving 60+ client inquiries monthly
• Mobile structure allows work throughout DC-MD-VA region
INCLUDED ASSETS
• Over $8,000 in tools and jobsite equipment
• $2,700 in materials and consumables
• Complete digital business package: LLC, website, social media accounts, domain, logo, vendor/client databases, estimating templates, contracts, and project archives
• Proprietary Excel estimating sheets and custom software
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Significant scalability potential to $1.5-3 million annually with minimal investment:
• Leverage WMBE status for sole-source government contracts and supplier diversity programs
• Expand subcontractor network for increased field capacity
• Add design-build and recurring MEP service contracts
• Pursue facility maintenance divisions
• Increase marketing presence on procurement platforms
OWNER SUPPORT
Comprehensive transition package includes:
• 120 days in-person support
• One year remote consulting
• Training on BuilderTrend, QuickBooks, and proprietary systems
• Extended consulting options available
This turnkey operation offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established, profitable business with strong competitive positioning and significant growth potential in the robust DMV construction market.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
The company specializes in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design and coordination, complete interior build-outs, restaurants, gyms, retail spaces, and light commercial renovations. What sets Transparent Trades apart is its ability to handle MEP design and coordination in-house, eliminating reliance on outside engineering firms and providing greater quality control, faster turnaround, and improved project accuracy.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
• Combined 2022-2023 Revenue: $1,145,000
• Normalized Cash Flow (SDE): $150,000
• EBITDA: $95,000
• Low overhead, home-based operation
• Strong margins maintained through streamlined operations
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
• In-house MEP expertise - rare among small to midsize general contractors
• Woman & Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (WMBE) certification
• Integrated design-build approach reduces change orders and improves accuracy
• Established brand receiving 60+ client inquiries monthly
• Mobile structure allows work throughout DC-MD-VA region
INCLUDED ASSETS
• Over $8,000 in tools and jobsite equipment
• $2,700 in materials and consumables
• Complete digital business package: LLC, website, social media accounts, domain, logo, vendor/client databases, estimating templates, contracts, and project archives
• Proprietary Excel estimating sheets and custom software
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Significant scalability potential to $1.5-3 million annually with minimal investment:
• Leverage WMBE status for sole-source government contracts and supplier diversity programs
• Expand subcontractor network for increased field capacity
• Add design-build and recurring MEP service contracts
• Pursue facility maintenance divisions
• Increase marketing presence on procurement platforms
OWNER SUPPORT
Comprehensive transition package includes:
• 120 days in-person support
• One year remote consulting
• Training on BuilderTrend, QuickBooks, and proprietary systems
• Extended consulting options available
This turnkey operation offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established, profitable business with strong competitive positioning and significant growth potential in the robust DMV construction market.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 3
- Employees
- 12 (12 Contractors)
1099 Employees as Skilled Contractors - Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- Home-based operation with no brick-and-mortar overhead. Includes over $8,000 in tools and jobsite equipment plus $2,700 in materials and inventory stored in secured rental units. Business assets include the LLC, website, client/vendor lists, and project templates. Lean, mobile model allows operations anywhere across DC, MD, and VA, maximizing flexibility and profit
- Website
- https://transparent-trades.us/
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Transparent Trades stands out from typical general contractors by handling mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design and coordination in-house. This integrated approach streamlines communication, reduces change orders, and improves project accuracy. Few small GCs offer in-house MEP oversight, giving Transparent Trades a strong competitive edge in the DC–MD–VA market.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Significant opportunity to scale by leveraging the company’s Woman & Minority-Owned (WMBE) status for sole-source government contracts and supplier diversity programs. Expanding marketing, adding field crews, and pursuing design-build or recurring MEP service contracts could quickly double revenue. The streamlined, low-overhead model supports regional growth from DC to Richmond.
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owners are pursuing new ventures but believe Transparent Trades is ready for its
- Transition Support
- 90-120 days of transition support included. Owners will train buyers on BuilderTrend for invoicing/payments, QuickBooks setup, and proprietary Excel estimating sheets, proposals, Word forms, and estimating software developed in-house. Extended consulting or ongoing support available. 8 additional months of remote support for full One Year of Support.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2433484
- Listing Views
- 39
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