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Logistics / Transportation Businesses for Sale in California

Whether you're looking at freight brokerages, courier routes, or warehousing operations, the businesses worth getting excited about are the ones where contracted revenue and an operations team remove most of the day-one uncertainty.

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Vineyard & Olive Mill

Produces high-quality wines, olive oils, and soaps, and offers private labeling for third-party clients with B2C and B2B sales through online, on-site, and select retail channels.
Price-
Revenue$3.8M
EBITDA$891.5K

Proprietary Traffic Safety Equipment Manufacturer

Provides equipment solutions for traffic safety, pavement marking, and pavement maintenance industries with applicators, sprayers, thermoplastic systems, and accessories for contractors, municipal and government agencies.
Price$3M
Revenue$4.3M
EBITDA$535.4K

Specialty Wine Importer, Négociant, and Distributor

Specializes in sourcing and importing authentic, high-quality wines from independent and family-owned producers in regions such as Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Champagne, primarily serving commercial customers with 80% revenue from repeat clients.
Price$6M
Revenue$4.2M
EBITDA$908.2K

Storage Solutions Company

Provides comprehensive workspace and industrial storage solutions with customizable products, design, installation, and maintenance for commercial clients across various industries.
Price$1.6M
Revenue$4.7M
SDE$321.4K

Beverage Producer / Distributor

Supplies craft sodas, waters, energy drinks, teas, mixers, and snacks throughout Northern California and Nevada, with additional warehousing services and an online retail store for direct customer purchases.
Price$2M
Revenue$4.3M
EBITDA$360K

Material Handling Equipment Business

Specializes in sales, rentals, and servicing of forklifts and pallet jacks, authorized dealers for Tailift and EP Equipment with a focus on Southern California clients such as logistics companies and warehouses.
Price$0
Revenue$1.8M
SDE$265K

Ship Repair & Maintenance Contractor

Specializes in advanced marine solutions, including structural panels, installation, ventilation work, and engineering services for vessels, serving the marine sector and recreational vehicle interior structural design.
Price-
Revenue$2.7M
SDE$747.3K

Logistics Business

Provides comprehensive freight and logistics solutions, including expedited shipping, bespoke freight services, and freight management for time-sensitive shipments, with a nationwide network and 24/7 customer support for various sectors and government agencies.
Price-
Revenue$780K
SDE$320K

Luxury Transportation Provider

Provides luxury limousine, bus, and shuttle transportation with professional chauffeurs for weddings, corporate events, airport travel, and customizable tours across california’s southern and central coast regions
Price$890K
Revenue$1.1M
SDE$221.9K

Traffic Safety Development Company

Specializes in developing and manufacturing pedestrian safety and transportation systems, focusing on pedestrian crossings and highway traffic safety products for businesses, municipalities, colleges, hospitals, shopping centers, and private entities.
Price-
Revenue$1.2M
EBITDA$125K

Houseboat Resort & Marina / RV Park / Outdoor Recreation Business

Offers houseboat and watercraft rentals, RV camping, and various recreational activities like fishing and watersports, along with amenities such as a marina, fuel dock, general store, and seasonal café.
Price$4M
Revenue$4.1M
EBITDA$296.1K

Logistics Company

Provides comprehensive e-commerce 3pl services including order fulfillment, warehousing, reverse logistics, and custom packaging for dtc brands across retail, housewares, electronics, and apparel with contract- and project-based long-term partnerships
Price-
Revenue$2M
SDE$450K

Trucking Services Company

Acts as a transportation intermediary offering land, ocean, and air freight solutions with services like pickup, delivery, drayage, and white glove logistics, focusing on major hubs such as LA Harbor and LAX.
Price-
Revenue$3.6M
SDE$314.1K

Pre-Owned Vehicle Dealership

Operates a used car dealership with three locations in California, offering pre-owned vehicles, financing solutions, vehicle delivery, and automotive maintenance and repair services.
Price-
Revenue$21.6M
SDE$448.2K

Moving and Storage Company

Provides commercial and residential moving and storage services, with a revenue mix of 40% commercial, 30% storage, and 30% residential transactions, generating $7.8M in 2023 with $550k EBITDA.
Price-
Revenue$7.5M
EBITDA$600K

Retail & Commercial Renewable Fuel Provider

Specializes in distributing and delivering non-petroleum diesel fuels, including proprietary Ultra Clean Diesel blends and biofuels, along with providing carbon reduction consulting, bulk fuel sales, oil and lubricant delivery, and operating a retail fueling station.
Price-
Revenue$3M
EBITDA$210.9K

Electric Bicycle Brand

Designs and manufactures sport cargo e-bikes with Bosch mid-drive motors, robust frames, and modular accessories, selling to major distributors across multiple countries.
Price-
Revenue$8.2M
EBITDA$568K

Wholesale Cannabis Distributor

Provides comprehensive cannabis services in California including wholesale sourcing, manufacturing guidance, packaging, compliance, and logistics support for licensed cannabis businesses.
Price$2.5M
Revenue$2.8M
EBITDA$250K

FF&E Procurement Services Company

Provides procurement, warehousing/logistics, and installation services for furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) on a transactional basis with many recurring B2B clients.
Price-
Revenue$3M
EBITDA$70K
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Due diligence

What to Look For

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Contracted and Repeat Revenue

  • Ask what percentage of revenue came from customers who were also present the prior year.
  • Passenger transport companies with facility and corporate contracts, warehouses with long-term storage agreements, and freight businesses with accounts that ship multiple times per year all share the same characteristic.
  • Contracts, recurring routes, and customers on a predictable cycle are what separate a stable logistics business from one that has to rebuild its revenue base every quarter.
  • Variable spot freight or on-demand work is worth understanding in context — how large is it relative to the contracted base?

Operations Teams That Run Independently

  • Ask specifically who does what today and who would handle those functions after the sale.
  • Dispatchers, service managers, or operations leads who handle scheduling and customer issues without the owner make these businesses far more transferable.
  • When the founder handles every route decision or facility customer relationship personally, that's worth working through carefully during diligence.

Fleet and Facility Condition

  • Ask for a complete list with condition, age, and maintenance history.
  • Documented maintenance records and realistic replacement schedules separate a fleet you can underwrite from one that becomes a capital surprise after closing.
  • Warehousing businesses need clear facility specs including utilization rates and lease terms — buyers who skip this step often find surprises after closing.

Certifications, Licenses, and Compliance

  • Ask what needs to happen after a change of ownership and how long each transfer or reissuance typically takes.
  • FAA certifications, healthcare transport licenses, and government contract clearances don't always transfer automatically — understanding the timeline is part of the deal.
  • Understanding the compliance timeline is part of sizing up when you can actually operate at full capacity after closing.

Customer Concentration and Carrier Relationships

  • Ask for a customer concentration breakdown and how long the top accounts have been active.
  • Carrier relationships and vendor partnerships took years to build and represent real competitive value that doesn't show up on a balance sheet.
  • Revenue spread across many shippers with no single account above 15 to 20 percent is much more stable than a business that leans on one or two large customers.

Valuation

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EBITDA

Contracted revenue, operations team, diversified customer base

The spread across this category reflects how much revenue is under contract versus variable, how capital-intensive the asset base is, and whether operations run without the owner managing daily decisions.

What drives a premium

Multi-year contracts with government agencies, healthcare facilities, or corporate accounts with documented renewal history

Operations teams that handle dispatch, scheduling, and customer coordination without the owner

Fleet or facility assets in documented condition with realistic replacement timelines

Revenue spread across many customers with no single account representing more than 15-20% of income

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FAQ

Logistics / Transportation Businesses in California

What should I look for when buying a logistics and transportation business?

Start with the revenue structure. Businesses with contracted routes, long-term facility agreements, or corporate and government transport contracts have much more predictable income than those dependent on spot freight or on-demand bookings. Then look at operations depth: who handles dispatch, carrier relationships, and customer issues without the owner? Physical assets matter too, whether fleet vehicles or warehouse space, so ask for a condition summary early. Browse logistics and transportation businesses for sale on Rejigg to see what's available.

How much does a logistics and transportation business cost?

Most logistics and transportation businesses sell for 2 to 9 times annual profit. The range is wide because the category includes everything from lean freight brokerages to capital-intensive fleet operations and warehousing businesses with significant physical assets. Businesses with strong contract bases, diversified customers, and operations teams in place tend to command higher multiples. Use the SBA loan calculator to model how SBA financing might look at different deal sizes.

How do I evaluate a logistics and transportation business before buying?

Ask for three years of financials with contracted revenue broken out from spot or on-demand work. Get a customer concentration breakdown and ask how long the top accounts have been active. Request a complete fleet or facility list with condition notes and ask about upcoming capital expenditures. For businesses with licenses or certifications, understand what transfers automatically and what requires action after closing. And ask specifically who handles operations today and whether they plan to stay.

What due diligence questions should I ask about a logistics and transportation business?

Ask: What percentage of revenue is contracted versus variable? Who are the top five customers and how long have they been active? What is the condition and remaining useful life of the fleet or facility? Which licenses, permits, or certifications does the business hold, and what happens to them when ownership changes? Who manages carrier or vendor relationships day to day? Are there any open claims, regulatory issues, or pending equipment replacements? And what would it take for the largest customer to leave?

Where can I find logistics and transportation businesses for sale?

Rejigg connects buyers directly with logistics and transportation business owners. You can browse logistics and transportation businesses for sale on Rejigg, message owners directly, and review financials and contracts without going through a broker.

How do fleet condition and capital expenditures affect a transportation acquisition?

Fleet condition is one of the biggest factors in any transportation deal because buyers have to factor replacement costs into the true purchase price. Vehicles or equipment near the end of their useful life effectively lower the net value of the business even if the income looks strong. Ask for a fleet list with age, mileage, maintenance records, and a rough replacement timeline before you build your financial model. Clean, well-documented fleets consistently support stronger offers and smoother due diligence.

Can I get SBA financing to buy a logistics or transportation business?

Yes. Logistics and transportation businesses with steady contracted revenue and reasonable customer concentration generally qualify for SBA 7(a) financing. Lenders will want to see consistent cash flow, documentation of the asset base, and evidence the business can service debt after accounting for any near-term capital needs. Use the SBA loan calculator to model payments at different deal sizes.