City of Manchester, Manchester, ID 149612
Contract & Private Hire Minibus Business – South Manchester A rare opportunity to acquire a highly established and profitable contract and private hire minibus business operating across South Manchester. The company has been successfully developed over 18 years, with 7 years under current ownership, and is now for sale due to the owner’s planned retirement. Business Overview * Specialises in the transportation of children and vulnerable adults * Long-standing, approved contractor to major local councils in South and Central Manchester * Strong reputation with excellent contract retention and disciplined operations * Turnover for year ended November 2025: £527,581 * EBITDA: £149,298 (FY2024 turnover £481,293; EBITDA £145,903) Premises & Operations * Leased office premises close to the M60 motorway * Modest overheads and flexible lease arrangements * Fully compliant, long-serving team of employed PSV drivers * Turnkey sale including all operating assets and vehicles Fleet * 17 specialist minibuses, majority wheelchair-accessible * Favourable fleet insurance terms * Ideal for council-funded contracts and private hire Growth Potential * Approximately 95% of revenue from council contracts * Opportunities to expand private hire and subcontract work * Marketing and diversification could further increase turnover and profitability Key Features * Long-established, council-approved operator with secure recurring contracts * Strong financial performance with EBITDA around £150,000 and excellent cash flow * Turnkey sale including specialist fleet and experienced staff * Minimal competition niche with wheelchair-accessible vehicles * Significant growth potential through private hire and marketing initiatives This is an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator or investor seeking a well-established, profitable transport business with secure recurring income and potential for further expansion.
