Personal Protective Equipment Merchant For Sale

Business description

The company was established in 2003. Since that time the business has been committed to the provision of high quality personal protective equipment, work wear, janitorial supplies and rubber products. The company has a variety of clients in diverse sectors such as local authorities, construction, industrial, distribution, manufacturing, food and private individuals. Today the company is a leading supplier in the north Lincolnshire area, and has a large prominent depot. Products and services currently offered include:

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); Disposable Work Wear, Ear Protection, Eye & Face, Protection, Fall Arrest Equipment, Fire Safety, First Aid, Hand Cleaning, Hand Protection, Head Protection, Knee Protection, Respiratory Protection, Safety Signs, Spill Management

Clothing and Workwear; Country Wear, Leisure Wear, Outdoor Wear, Footwear, Accessories

Janitorial Supplies; Air Fresheners, Bar & Catering Chemicals, Bleach & Disinfectants, Brooms & Sweepers, Cleaning Machinery, Drain Cleaners, Dusters, Cloths & Scourers, Envirological Range, Floor Cleaners, Hard Surface Cleaners, Housekeeping Chemicals, Laundry Products, Metal Cleaners, Mops & Buckets, Paper Product Dispensers, Paper Products, Plastic Bags

Rubber; Flat Sheets, Rolls, Components

Other services include; Screen Printed and Embroidered Work Wear, Casual and Protective Clothing.

The business has built an excellent reputation, offering excellent customer service and an extensive inventory of products, including 200 plus lines, totalling some 2000 items, all manufactured to the highest standards. Our client purchases products from a range of suppliers in the UK and overseas.

Business is currently split 70/30 between trade and cash accounts. A large volume of stock is always held, enabling most orders to be fulfilled immediately. Out of stock or special order products can be quickly sourced, usually on 24 hours notice, meaning that few sales opportunities are lost.

Property information

Property:

Leasehold

Lease terms:

Our client advises us that the property is Leasehold.
Lease Length 10 years
Remaining 9 years
Reviews none
Rent £7,992pa
Rates payable (non domestic) £3,500pa

Leasehold rent:

£7,992 per annum

Location:

CENTRAL EAST

Premises details:

The premises comprise a single storey office block attached to a warehouse building; briefly comprising a reception area, general and sales offices, showroom with sales counter and a storage area. There is also a kitchen, W.C, print room and 2 warehouse areas for bulk storage of stock.

Other information

Expansion potential:

A recent move to a new depot has resulted in accelerated growth, which is encouraging for the future prospect of the business. Our client is due to launch a full e-commerce website in May 2009, exhibiting 2000 products. Other avenues of development include:

• Introduction of new products
• Introduction of top brands
• Opening satellite depots

Reasons for selling:

Our client established the business and now feels the business needs capital investment and management expertise to take the business further. The Directors wish to continue to grow and develop the business with a strategic partner.

Trading hours:

Monday – Thursday 8.00am – 5.00pm
Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm
Saturday 9.30am – 12.00pm