Wholesale Dairy Distributor & More In Washington For Sale

Business description

This wonderful wholesale dairy distributor & beverage manufacturer was started in 1932 and purchased by the current owner in 1973. This dairy distributor has been a niche business serving the smaller accounts that the large wholesale distributors will not serve. The owner is wishing to slow down and retire. This fine business is debt-free and a perfect business for any buyer! This is an excellent opportunity for a new buyer to own a fully functional, licensed and inspected food grade production facility! Price reduced over $100k.

This well established dairy distributor and beverage manufacturer is approved and licensed by the Dept. of Agriculture, FDA and is EPA approved and registered as a pesticide-producing establishment for the production of disinfecting and sterilizing products. They serve many establishments such as convenience stores, espresso stands, restaurants, nursing homes, private schools and the list goes on. Licenses specific to the industry are required to run this business. This company has trademarked products and is an authorized distributor of Darigold Products.

80% of the primary business activity is wholesale dairy distributing. The other 20% goes towards the manufacturing of juice, concentrates, fruit drinks and drinking water. They also offer private label manufacturing & packaging including EPA approved disinfectant.

Property information

Real Estate:

Lease

Premises details:

The building is 2,480 sq ft with room for expansion on the lot. The property includes a store, office, 1.200 sq ft manufacturing plant, and freezer/cooler space 144 sq ft each. There is also a loading dock, 400 sq ft steel storage building and restrooms. A reasonable lease could be negotiated.

Other information

Expansion potential:

Adding new equipment to allow packaging of different products along with pursuing new ideas in the beverage market would allow good growth for the company. Additional profit centers could be obtained by adding inventory for sales in convenience stores and the restaurant markets, also entering the espresso market with espresso syrup from the formulas they have created and developed, both sugar and sugar-free.

Competition / Market:

With some competition,This company is recognized by their clients for having Fresh, quality products. They have great customer service with a knowledgeable staff.

Support & training:

YES, owner will stay for a reasonable transition to help acclimate new owner to area, customers and business.

Reasons for selling:

Wishing to settle down & retire.

Trading hours:

Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 9-5

Owner financing:

Owner financing is available. Please contact the seller for more information.

Financing available:

20% financing available

Furniture / Fixtures value:

$352,000 (included in the asking price)

Inventory / Stock value:

$2,700 (included in the asking price)