Profitable Singapore-Based Consultancy in Nutrition & Food Compliance

Executive Summary

This memorandum outlines the opportunity to acquire a specialist consultancy business based in Singapore. Established in 2014, the company has developed a strong reputation as a trusted provider of nutrition, food safety, and compliance services, recognized by key government bodies and serving a wide network of leading F&B, healthcare, and institutional clients.

The business benefits from secured long-term contracts, a lean operating model with strong profitability, and a scalable platform for future growth across Singapore and the ASEAN region.

Business Overview

  • Established: 2014
  • Headquarters: Singapore
  • Sector: Health & nutrition consultancy, food compliance & advisory
  • Core Services:
    • Nutrition analysis and menu validation against regulatory standards
    • Healthier dining and beverage certification
    • School audits for compliance
    • Consultancy for F&B process improvement and certification
    • Corporate wellness and nutrition programmes

The company operates with minimal capital requirements and has built a proprietary database supporting its compliance expertise.

Reason for Sale

The owner is planning for retirement. To ensure continuity and stability, the owner is prepared to remain involved for a defined handover period of up to 3–12 months, assisting the buyer with transition, knowledge transfer, and client relationship management.

Market & Industry Overview

  • Market Drivers: Growing regulatory focus on nutrition and wellness, rising consumer awareness, and government investment in healthier living.
  • Growth Outlook:
    • The Singapore health and wellness sector is forecasted to grow steadily over the next decade.
    • Internationally, nutrition and food certification markets are expanding rapidly, creating scope for regional expansion.

The company is well-positioned to benefit from these trends due to its established credentials and entrenched client relationships.

Financial Information (Summary)

  • FY2023: Revenue S$33K | Net Loss S$3.2K
  • FY2024: Revenue S$238K | Net Profit S$71K
  • FY2025: Revenue S$250K | Net Profit S$126K
  • Margins: High gross margins (>75%) with EBITDA of 30–50%.
  • Balance Sheet: Debt-free with healthy cash reserves and minimal liabilities.
  • Independent Valuation Guidance: Estimated equity value S$580K–600K (inclusive of secured long-term contract).

Detailed accounts available upon signing an NDA.

Assets Included in the Sale

  • Tangible: Office equipment, IT systems, operational tools.
  • Intangible:
    • Recognized government status as an accredited provider.
    • Proprietary compliance database.
    • Brand goodwill and long-term market reputation.
    • Multi-year secured contracts.
  • Intellectual Property: Methodologies, compliance processes, and frameworks.

Lease or Property Information

The company operates from leased premises in Singapore. Lease arrangements are flexible and can be transferred or renegotiated by the buyer.

Employees & Organizational Structure

  • Team Size: Approximately 10 staff.
  • Roles: Business development, nutritionists, auditors, and administrative support.
  • The team is experienced and stable, capable of supporting ongoing operations and future growth.

Customer & Supplier Base

  • Customers: Diverse portfolio across government, healthcare, education, and F&B sectors. No single customer concentration risk beyond existing secured contracts.
  • Suppliers: Reliable, long-standing relationships with no single-source dependency.

Owner’s Role & Transition Support

The owner currently plays a hands-on role in strategic oversight and business development. They are willing to remain engaged post-sale (3–12 months) to ensure a smooth transition and continuity of client service.

Opportunities for Growth

  • Regional expansion into ASEAN markets with similar compliance regimes.
  • Development of software-enabled solutions for compliance services.
  • Deeper penetration into corporate wellness and institutional sectors.
  • Potential for direct-to-consumer health and nutrition offerings.

Risks & Challenges

  • Dependence on renewal of secured contracts.
  • Reliance on key management relationships during transition.
  • Increasing competition from new consultancy entrants.

Sale Terms & Price

  • Asking Price: [To be discussed]
  • Structure: Asset and goodwill sale, including all contracts and intangible assets.
  • Valuation Guidance: Independent professional assessments suggest an equity value of S$580K–600K with secured contracts included.

 

Disclaimer

This document is strictly confidential and intended only for qualified buyers. It does not constitute an offer or contract. While care has been taken in preparing this memorandum, no responsibility is accepted for errors, omissions, or future performance. Prospective buyers should conduct independent due diligence and seek professional advice before proceeding.