# Services

Canonical: https://tuckadvisors.com/services

Last updated: 2025-12-16

Tuck Advisors provides services to founders and CEOs of $1-50M EV businesses in healthcare, education, or pet services looking for an exit or an opportunity to complete buy-side acquisitions.

## Service Description

Tuck Advisors offers comprehensive support for both sell-side and buy-side transactions. The sell-side services include managing the auction process to secure optimal offers and evaluating unsolicited offers through the UFO Response™ service. For buy-side clients, Tuck Advisors assists in identifying acquisition targets and provides strategic advisory services throughout the M&A process.

## Process

### Sell Side
1. **Auction Process**
   - Support from start to finish in bringing a company to market.
   - Expected outcomes include receiving Indications of Interest (IOIs) and Letters of Intent (LOIs).

2. **UFO Response™**
   - Evaluation of unsolicited offers and facilitation of a limited auction process.
   - Comprehensive due diligence and closing activities.

### Buy Side
- **Tuck-In and New Platform Acquisitions**
- **Performance Metrics**
   - Engage 1000+ potential buyers.
   - 100+ signed NDAs.
   - Receive 5-8 IOIs.
   - Select from 2-5 LOIs.
   - 20-30 new targets sourced weekly.

## FAQs

1. **What types of businesses does Tuck Advisors work with?**
   - Tuck Advisors works with businesses in healthcare, education, and pet services with an enterprise value of $1-50M.

2. **What is the UFO Response™ service?**
   - The UFO Response™ service helps evaluate unsolicited offers and determines the best buyer to pursue.

3. **How long does the auction process take?**
   - The auction process typically takes several weeks, depending on the complexity of the transaction.

4. **What outcomes can clients expect from the buy-side services?**
   - Clients can expect to engage numerous potential buyers and receive multiple offers.

5. **Does Tuck Advisors provide ongoing support after a transaction?**
   - Yes, Tuck Advisors offers strategic advisory services to support clients' overall strategic vision post-transaction.

## Evidence

- **Client work/case studies:** [Buy-Side Outreach Case Study](https://tuckadvisors.com/BuySideOutreachCaseStudy.pdf)