Buyout Transactions in Maryland

Govplace designs, deploys, and manages enterprise IT services and solutions for the federal government. Govplace leverages technical expertise, public sector experience, government contracts, project methodology, and a performance-based contracting model to deliver effective IT solutions and the benefits of cloud computing for government and education. Govplace was formed in 1995 and is based in Irvine, California.

Digital Capital Partners
Investor
Private Equity Firm
Bethesda, Maryland
www.digicapllc.com

Antenna Research Associates provides integrated RF and advanced communications products, including components, assemblies, and subsystems, to the aerospace and defense end markets. Antenna Research Associates was founded in 1963 and is based in Laurel, Maryland.

OceanSound Partners
Investor
Private Equity Firm
New York, New York
www.oceansoundpartners.com
Advisor: Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher

Pet Palette Distribution is a national wholesale distributor of high-quality pet products for the independent pet retailer community. The business focuses on distributing high-quality pet products, including toys, leashes, bowls, apparel, shampoo, treats, and health and wellness offerings. Pet Palette Distribution is based in Sykesville, Maryland.

Canopy Capital Partners
Investor
Private Equity Firm
Tampa, Florida
www.canopycp.com

WagWay is a provider of contemporary pet boarding, daycare, grooming, training, and wellness providers in attractive markets. WagWay was formed in 2023 and is based in Linthicum, Maryland.

Access Holdings
Investor
Private Equity Firm
Baltimore, Maryland
www.accessholdings.com

Sunrise is a full-service pool construction enterprise that operates under a general business license and a Maryland Home Improvement Commission license and has developed an elite business with solid staff, systems, and quality services. It specializes in constructing inground pools directly for consumers and works through an established and elite group of trusted subcontractors and partners. Sunrise was formed in 1999 and is based in Arnold, Maryland.

Australis Partners
Investor
Private Equity Firm
New York, New York
www.australispartners.com

Excel Services is a provider of licensing and regulatory compliance for the nuclear industry. Excel Services was founded in 1985 and is based in Rockville, Maryland.

Pelican Energy Partners
Investor
Private Equity Firm
Houston, Texas
www.pelicanenergypartners.com

T2S Solutions is a provider of R&D, prototyping, engineering, integration, and technology products to mission critical programs for the U.S. Department of Defense (“DoD”), Intelligence Community (“IC”), and other U.S. Government Agencies. T2S Solutions was founded in 2010 and is based in Belcamp, Maryland.

Madison Dearborn Partners
Investor
Private Equity Firm
Chicago, Illinois
www.mdcp.com
Advisors: Crowell & Moring , Kirkland & Ellis , Raymond James - Investment Banking

SixGen provides cybersecurity services and products to protect government organizations and commercial industries. SixGen's skilled operators conduct research and assessments based on real-world threats. SixGen emulates global adversaries and malicious actors to report detailed and actionable findings on critical assets and infrastructures. Using innovative processes, tools, and advanced techniques, It predicts and overcomes cybersecurity vulnerabilities. SixGen is based in Annapolis, Maryland.

Washington Harbour
Investor
Private Equity Firm
Arlington, Virginia
www.washingtonharbour.com
Advisors: Crowell & Moring , PwC Corporate Finance

Barcoding is a supply chain automation company that helps organizations be more efficient, accurate, and connected. With its enterprise platform IntelliTrack and extensive subject matter expertise in data capture and automation, labels and printing, connectivity and security, and mobile computing, Barcoding is trusted to build and manage solutions for IT and operations teams around the world. Barcoding was founded in 1998 and is based in Baltimore, Maryland.

Graham Partners
Investor
Private Equity Firm
Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
www.grahampartners.net

FR Conversions is a second-stage vehicle manufacturer that designs, engineers, and manufactures transportation solutions well beyond industry standards. The company's vehicle conversion solutions cater to the special needs of groups such as the physically challenged, contractors, organizations, providers of emergency services, municipalities, and others. Maximizing usable space, safety, and maintainability are all critical components that it works to surpass a mere status quo. FR Conversions is based in Westminster, Maryland.

Tide Rock Holdings
Investor
Growth Capital Firm
Cardiff, California
www.tiderockholdings.com

Synergi is an engineering and construction services firm that specializes in the design, fabrication, and installation of highly engineered modular staircases & architectural features for landmark properties across North America. Synergi was founded in 1986 and is based in Elkridge, Maryland.

Eureka Equity Partners
Investor
Private Equity Firm
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
www.eurekaequity.com

Highway Safety is a provider of guardrail, bridge rail, and solar panel support structures. Highway Safety was founded in 1978 and is based in Glastonbury, Maryland.

Race Rock
Investor
Growth Capital Firm
Houston, Texas
www.racerockgroup.com
Advisor: Locke Lord

Nu-Tek designs and manufactures mission-critical, made-to-specification advanced optics and optomechanical assemblies for a variety of applications, such as high-energy lasers, infrared imaging, spaceflight optics, etc., across defense, space, medical and other scientific end-markets. Nu-Tek was founded in 1987 and is based in Aberdeen, Maryland.

Plexus Capital
Investor
Private Equity Firm
Charlotte, North Carolina
www.plexuscap.com

Ruppert is a family and employee-owned business that provides commercial landscaping services. The company has grown to become a top-10 player in the industry through its dedication to exceptional professionalism and best-in-class operations. It currently serves over 3,500 customers throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeastern U.S. Ruppert was founded in 1976 and is based in Laytonsville, Maryland.

Knox Lane
Investor
Growth Capital Firm
SanFrancisco, California
www.knoxlane.com
Advisors: Kirkland & Ellis , Solomon Partners

Spacesaver Interiors offers comprehensive, highly functional and creative commercial storage and interior solutions for modern and evolving spaces. Spacesaver Interiors was founded in 1973 and is based in Kensington, Maryland.

Grays Peak Capital
Investor
Growth Capital Firm
New York, New York
www.grayspeakcapital.com

Keany Produce and Gourmet produce distributor and value-added processor servicing the Mid-Atlantic foodservice industry. Keany Produce and Gourmet was founded in 1978 and is based in Landover, Maryland.

Blue Road Capital
Investor
Private Equity Firm
New York, New York
www.blueroad.com