$313K Revenue | 150+ Vending Machines Across 65 Locations
Business Description
Held Distribution LLC presents a unique opportunity to acquire a long-established vending operation serving the Arkansas Delta. With more than 20 years of operating history, the business has built strong relationships with schools, warehouses, industrial facilities, and commercial customers throughout the region.
The operation currently services approximately 65 established locations using a fleet of more than 150 vending machines and generates immediate revenue through recurring customer demand and established servicing schedules. The route structure has been refined over many years to maximise efficiency while maintaining strong customer retention and dependable service.
The business generated approximately $313,789 in gross revenue during the most recent reporting period and is being offered as an asset sale. Unlike many route businesses, the asking price is effectively supported by approximately $306,100 in tangible assets, including vending equipment, inventory, vehicles, operational equipment, and replacement parts.
Over 60 machines have already been upgraded with Nayax and Cantaloupe cashless payment systems, providing additional growth opportunities through expanded electronic payment adoption across the remaining fleet.
This opportunity is ideal for an owner-operator seeking immediate cash flow, an existing vending company looking to expand territory, or an investor seeking a scalable, asset-backed business with proven infrastructure already in place.
Seller financing may be available for qualified buyers.
The operation currently services approximately 65 established locations using a fleet of more than 150 vending machines and generates immediate revenue through recurring customer demand and established servicing schedules. The route structure has been refined over many years to maximise efficiency while maintaining strong customer retention and dependable service.
The business generated approximately $313,789 in gross revenue during the most recent reporting period and is being offered as an asset sale. Unlike many route businesses, the asking price is effectively supported by approximately $306,100 in tangible assets, including vending equipment, inventory, vehicles, operational equipment, and replacement parts.
Over 60 machines have already been upgraded with Nayax and Cantaloupe cashless payment systems, providing additional growth opportunities through expanded electronic payment adoption across the remaining fleet.
This opportunity is ideal for an owner-operator seeking immediate cash flow, an existing vending company looking to expand territory, or an investor seeking a scalable, asset-backed business with proven infrastructure already in place.
Seller financing may be available for qualified buyers.
About the Business
- Facilities & Assets
- The business includes a comprehensive portfolio of income-producing assets with an estimated fair market value of approximately $306,100. Included in the transaction are 83 snack vending machines, 81 beverage vending machines, 2 combo machines, 61 cashless payment readers, 2 change machines, a 2007 Isuzu NPR service truck, a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado with lift gate, a 2006 Ford Econoline step van, warehouse and machine inventory, office equipment, pallet jacks, cash and coin counting equipment, replacement parts inventory, service dollies, and all operational equipment required to continue servicing routes immediately upon acquisition. The asset base effectively supports the full asking price while providing a turnkey operating platform from day one.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The business operates within the resilient vending industry, serving schools, industrial facilities, warehouses, and commercial businesses throughout the Arkansas Delta. Its diversified customer base helps reduce dependence on any single location while providing recurring demand for products and services. The company has spent more than two decades developing and maintaining its placement network, creating significant barriers to entry for competitors. Existing routes, established customer relationships, and long-standing placements provide an immediate operating advantage compared to building a route business from scratch.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Numerous opportunities exist to increase revenue and profitability. Expanding cashless payment technology across the remaining machines could improve transaction volume and customer convenience. Additional growth can be achieved by optimising product selection using sales data, increasing route density within existing territories, securing new placements through existing relationships, and expanding into additional schools, industrial facilities, and commercial locations. Further upside exists through modernising older equipment and leveraging the business's established infrastructure to support additional machines without significant overhead increases.
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner retiring and seeking a qualified buyer to continue growing business
- Transition Support
- The seller will provide comprehensive transition assistance to ensure a smooth ownership transfer. Training will include route servicing procedures, machine maintenance, troubleshooting, inventory management, supplier relationships, restocking processes, and operational best practices. The seller will also facilitate introductions to existing locations where appropriate and provide support during the transition period. A non-compete agreement is included to protect the buyer's investment and customer relationships.
- Financing Options
- Seller financing discussions may be available for qualified buyers.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2516158
- Listing Views
- 65
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