Criteria Building & Facility Services
Industry Focus

We're acquiring private security services businesses.

Contract guard and patrol services for commercial properties, municipalities, and institutions. Multi-year contracts and mandated coverage requirements create dependable recurring revenue.

Why we like private security services.

Private security companies provide standing guard, mobile patrol, and event security under contract to commercial properties, HOAs, municipalities, and institutional campuses. The work is typically contracted on a multi-year basis with automatic renewals, creating a reliable and predictable revenue stream. Many clients are required to maintain security coverage by insurance carriers, lease agreements, or local ordinances, which makes the spend non-discretionary.

The moat in this business is built on relationships, licensing, and operational execution. In California, operating a security company requires a BSIS Private Patrol Operator license, background-checked guards, and ongoing compliance. But the real competitive advantage is the ability to recruit, retain, and manage a reliable guard workforce while maintaining the scheduling discipline and site-specific knowledge that clients depend on. Owners who've built that capability over years have an edge that's difficult to replicate.

What we're looking for

$1M+ EBITDA with consistent profitability
Recurring or contract-based revenue
Established reputation and client base
Trained, reliable operations team
Owner looking to transition in 1 to 3 years

Why we're actively pursuing this space.

Contract security is a large, fragmented market where the best independent operators have built deep client trust over decades. Property managers and facility directors don't switch security providers lightly because the transition risk is real and the cost of failure is high. That stickiness, combined with recurring contract structures and essential demand, makes this an attractive space for permanent capital.

We want to partner with security company owners who've built reliable operations and strong client relationships. Our goal is to invest behind their expertise, support workforce development, and help the business grow while preserving the client trust and operational standards that earned their reputation.

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