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QUANTA SERVICES, INC. 8-K Report, Unregistered Securities Sale (Jul 26, 2017)

Filed July 26, 2017For Securities:PWR

Summary

Quanta Services, Inc. (PWR) announced two significant events via this 8-K filing. First, the company completed the acquisition of a U.S.-based telecommunications company for approximately $13.8 million, consisting of $4.8 million in cash and $9.0 million in unregistered Quanta common stock. This acquisition expands Quanta's presence in the telecommunications sector. More substantially, Quanta entered into an agreement to acquire Stronghold, Ltd., a specialized services company serving the energy markets. The initial acquisition consideration is approximately $450 million, comprising $360 million in cash and $90 million in Quanta common stock. The deal also includes a potential earnout of up to $100 million based on achieving EBITDA targets over three years, payable 70% in cash and 30% in Quanta stock, with Quanta having the option to pay the full earnout in cash. This strategic move significantly strengthens Quanta's position in the energy services sector.

Key Highlights

  • 1Quanta Services acquired a U.S. telecommunications company for approximately $13.8 million (cash and unregistered stock).
  • 2Acquisition of Stronghold, Ltd., a specialized energy services company, for an initial consideration of $450 million ($360 million cash, $90 million stock).
  • 3Potential earnout of up to $100 million for Stronghold acquisition based on three-year EBITDA targets.
  • 4Earnout payment terms: 70% cash, 30% Quanta stock, with Quanta's option to pay fully in cash.
  • 5Both acquisitions involved the unregistered issuance of Quanta common stock, relying on Section 4(a)(2) exemption from SEC registration.
  • 6Stronghold acquisition is expected to enhance Quanta's offerings in downstream and midstream energy markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

The initial consideration for the Stronghold acquisition is approximately $450 million. This is comprised of $360 million in cash and $90 million in Quanta common stock. Additionally, there is a potential earnout of up to $100 million based on performance targets.

The earnout payment, if achieved, will be a maximum of $100 million. It will be paid 70% in cash and 30% in Quanta common stock. However, Quanta Services has the sole discretion to pay the full earnout amount in cash.

The Quanta common stock issued in connection with both the telecommunications acquisition and the Stronghold acquisition was issued pursuant to a private placement under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933. This exemption is generally available for transactions not involving a public offering, which are typically made to sophisticated investors or in smaller quantities, thus not requiring full SEC registration.

Stronghold, Ltd. is described as a leading specialized services company providing high pressure and critical path solutions to the downstream and midstream energy markets. Acquiring Stronghold is expected to significantly bolster Quanta's capabilities and market position within these key energy sectors.