Class VI Partners (“Class VI”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of AMI Mechanical Systems, Inc. (“AMI Mechanical Systems” or the “Company”) by Colorado Mechanical Systems, LLC (“CMS”). With the acquisition, CMS expands its services in the Mountain West region and increases its presence in the Denver-Metro area.
“Manuel Gonzales and Paula Wiley built a business known throughout Denver for its high-quality services, commitment to employees, and strong customer relationships. We look forward to watching the business grow with this new partnership,” said Aaron Scro, Associate at Class VI.
For nearly three decades, AMI Mechanical Systems has been known for its “customer-first” mentality and ability to offer tailored HVAC services to its customers. Class VI takes a similar approach with their clients – they always made sure our interests were top priority and helped us find a partner to grow the business for the long-term. Any owner would be well served to engage a firm like Class VI,” said Manuel Gonzales, Co-Owner of AMI Mechanical Systems.1
Selling a business is quite complex and can be time consuming for owners. Throughout the entire process, Class VI handled the many difficult and nuanced work streams efficiently and worked tirelessly to help us complete this transaction. Class VI helped us find the best acquirer for AMI Mechanical Systems and we are excited for the future with CMS,” said Paula Wiley, Co-Owner of AMI Mechanical Systems.2
The AMI Mechanical Systems and CMS teams are quite similar in nature and culture. While we feel we are each best-in-class in our own unique ways, we also complement one another to offer our combined customer base superior solutions. The combination of the CMS platform and resources with AMI Mechanical Systems’ people and capabilities will create significant value and growth potential for vendor partners, employees, and customers. The move also underscores our focus to grow our service department and client base,” said Josh Skinner, President of CMS.
Headquartered in Thornton, Colorado, AMI Mechanical Systems is a provider of commercial HVAC services. For over 25 years, the Company has built its company and reputation by providing high-quality services to each of its valued customers and by always making them the priority. Regardless of the customer’s needs and scope, AMI Mechanical Systems tailors its services and delivery to ensure the quality and professionalism they deserve. AMI Mechanical, Inc. (the construction arm of AMI) will continue operations post-close.
CMS serves critical environments in the commercial and industrial market spaces by focusing on HVAC, plumbing, and building controls services and solutions. CMS is actively expanding the services it provides within the building envelope and is doing so through both organic and acquisition-related means.
CMS is currently affiliated with Reedy Industries, an industry leading super-regional solutions provider in the mechanical services and controls space based out of Chicago. With origins dating back to the 1930’s, Reedy currently operates in 7 states and employs over 1,000 people. CMS, with Reedy’s support, is committed to building out the predominant mechanical services provider within the Mountain West, the Midwest and in several other regions throughout the U.S.
The transaction closed on February 9, 2021. Preeo Silverman Green & Egle, PC served as the Company’s counsel.
Looking for more information about this transaction?
Please contact Aaron Scro at 303.243.5604 or ascro@classvipartners.com.
Class VI provides middle-market investment banking services, including mergers and acquisitions advisory, corporate advisory, business valuation, and private capital raising services through its affiliate, Class VI Securities, LLC and Member FINRA. Class VI is also affiliated with and offers wealth management services through Class VI Family Office, LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor with the Securities & Exchange Commission.