Unified Services of Texas

What Unified Services of Texas does

Unified Services of Texas, LLC (dba UST Fuel Solutions) is a privately held Texas LLC founded in 1991 and headquartered in Southlake, Texas, with a regional office in Olathe, Kansas. The company provides integrated fuel system design-assist, construction, and commissioning services for mission-critical facilities, including data centers, hospitals, military installations, airports, telecommunications sites, commercial fleet operations, and industrial locomotives. Core offerings span six vertical-specific service lines (Mission Critical/Data Center, Healthcare, Military, Commercial/Telecom, Fleet, and Airport Fueling Systems) plus a Design/Build Engineering practice, all delivered through direct enterprise and government sales channels, frequently as a subcontractor to general contractors on large construction projects.

The company combines conventional design-build delivery (BIM modeling, multi-level commissioning, value engineering) with regulatory expertise across EPA, API 653/570/510/580, STI SP-001, NFPA 407, ATA 103, UL-2085, and SPCC frameworks, and maintains a roster of licensed engineers in multiple states. Its proprietary differentiator is FuelVu, a co-developed automated fuel polishing system with an integrated online contamination analyzer that reports in ISO4406 code format for backup-power fuel management. Supporting the construction book is a recurring preventive-maintenance and compliance services business (monthly/annual inspections, tank cleaning, polishing, chemical treatments, equipment resale from brands such as Veeder Root, OPW, and Pneumercator), which generates ongoing service revenue from the installed base.

UST generates revenue primarily through project-based construction contracts (one-time/installation), recurring professional services for maintenance and compliance, and hardware resale, with pricing on a quote/project-specific basis that is not publicly disclosed. The firm is owner-led by CEO/President Marshall Ryan (acquired the company in 2000) and CFO/VP Tricia Stefanko (joined 1994), operates with 11–50 employees, and markets itself as a nationwide general and specialty contractor with multi-million dollar revenue across multiple business units. There is no disclosed institutional capital, parent company, or M&A history.

Name

Unified Services of Texas

Legal name

Unified Services of Texas, LLC

Website

https://ustfuel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Unified Services of Texas (UST Fuel Solutions) is a privately held Texas specialty contractor founded in 1991 that designs, builds, and services fuel storage and distribution systems for mission-critical facilities including data centers, hospitals, military sites, airports, telecom, and commercial fleets across the US.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fuel System Construction and Maintenance Services

SIC

Oil & Gas Field Services, Nec (1389)

akta.pro primary industry

Fuel Systems Service (Diesel/Gas/CNG/LNG, Injectors, Tanks) (TLAKABAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Private Aviation Fueling & Fuel Programs (THABAFAL)

Keywords

• Fuel system construction
• Design-build engineering
• Preventive maintenance services
• Compliance testing services
• Fuel storage systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Southlake

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Fuel System Construction Services: Design, installation, and commissioning of fuel storage systems for mission-critical, commercial, and industrial applications. Revenue generated through project-based construction contracts including new installations, repairs, and upgrades of fueling systems.
2. Preventive Maintenance and Testing: Ongoing maintenance services including monthly inspections, annual compliance testing, fuel polishing, tank cleaning, and chemical solutions to ensure fuel system reliability and regulatory compliance.
3. Fuel Equipment Sales: Sales of fueling equipment including hanging hardware, mechanical components, and ATG (Automatic Tank Gauging) systems from major brands.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

UST Fuel Solutions designs, builds, and commissions commercial, industrial, and government fuel storage and dispensing systems nationwide, including mission-critical data center, healthcare, military, aviation, fleet, and telecom facilities, with services spanning design-assist, BIM modeling, value engineering, and multi-level commissioning. The company delivers recurring preventive maintenance, regulatory compliance testing, fuel polishing, tank cleaning, and chemical treatment programs, and sells fueling hardware from Veeder Root, OPW, and Pneumercator. UST also distributes FuelVu, an automated fuel polishing and online contamination analyzer developed in partnership with Simplex for real-time ISO4406 fuel quality monitoring.

Product overview

UST Fuel Solutions operates as a fuel system integration and construction company providing a comprehensive portfolio of fueling solutions. The core offerings include Mission Critical/Data Center Fueling Systems, Healthcare Fueling Systems, Military Fueling Systems, Commercial/Telecom Fueling Systems, Fleet Fueling Systems, Airport Fueling Systems, and Design/Build Engineering services. Supporting these core services are preventive maintenance, repairs, and compliance offerings including annual compliance testing, API/STI inspections, chemical solutions, fuel equipment sales, and underground storage tank removal. The company also offers FuelVu, an automated fuel polishing and contamination analyzer developed with Simplex for real-time fuel quality monitoring.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mission Critical / Data Center Fueling Systems Design-build, construction, and commissioning of emergency power fuel systems for data centers, hospitals, banks, and other mission-critical facilities requiring uninterrupted power, including BIM modeling, value engineering, multi-level commissioning, and 11th month warranty inspections for multi-tank and multi-generator configurations.
• Healthcare Fueling Systems Backup generator fueling and alternate fuel oil systems for boilers in healthcare and hospital facilities, featuring multi-tank, multi-controls, and multi-generator configurations with microprocessor-based control devices and redundant configurations with PLC integration.
• Military Fueling Systems Turn-key construction of military fueling facilities including POL, hydrant systems, aviation fueling, HEMITT fueling, CAB Hot Fuel, and vehicle fueling, with API 653, STI SP-001, and API 570 inspections, state environmental compliance, and SPCC compliance.
• Commercial / Telecom Fueling Systems Fuel storage and dispensing systems for commercial and telecommunications applications, including vehicle fleets, locomotive facilities, CNG systems, boiler fuel systems, chemical handling, bulk plants, loading facilities, lubrication systems, and alternative fuels such as Ethanol blends (E85) and Biodiesel (B20).
• Fleet Fueling Systems Design and installation of underground and aboveground fleet fueling systems with storage capacities from 250 to 50,000 gallons, including Fireguard UL-2085 tanks, alternative fuels (E85, B20), DEF storage, Fuel Management Systems, ATG systems, and SPCC compliance.
• Airport Fueling Systems Aviation fueling systems compliant with NFPA 407 and ATA 103 standards, including aircraft refueling systems, fuel cart systems, duplex pump sets, bulk liquid handling, bottom loading, vapor recovery, truck unloading skids, and hydrant systems with delivery rates from 50 to 300 gpm.
• Design / Build Engineering A/E services for structural, civil, electrical, and POL/fuel projects using design-build or design-bid-build delivery methods, serving both private and federal requirements.
• Annual Compliance and Testing Annual testing services ensuring equipment operates properly and meets EPA underground storage tank regulations, including ATG certification, line leak detection, and 3-year plan with tank tightness testing.
• API / STI Inspections and Pre-Inspection Tank Cleaning Tank integrity inspections including STI SP-001, API 653, API 570, API 510, and API 580 risk-based inspections with comprehensive reports for regulatory compliance.
• Backup Generator Tank Testing, Fuel Service and Compliance Fuel maintenance program for backup generator systems including fuel sampling, analysis, additive programs, fuel treatment, polishing, and annual compliance testing per EPA requirements.
• Chemical Solutions Chemical treatment products for fuel systems including biocides for bacteria and fungus control, anti-gel additives, fuel inhibitors, tank dry solutions, and phase separation restoration for ethanol blended fuels.
• Fuel Equipment Sales Sales of fueling equipment including hanging hardware (hoses, nozzles, swivels, breakaways), mechanical pumps, leak detection systems, and ATG systems from major brands including Veeder Root, OPW, and Pneumercator.
• Fuel System Preventative Maintenance 6-month preventative maintenance inspections including hanging hardware checks, filter changes, containment inspections, fuel analysis, and video/photo reporting.
• Monthly Required UST/AST Inspections Monthly documented inspections of underground and aboveground storage tanks using a 29-point EPA-compliant checklist covering tank pad area, voltage rectifier, and release detection equipment.
• Secondary Containment Testing Vacuum testing for secondary containment systems including spill buckets, sumps, under-dispenser containment, and DPLeak testing with third-party certified results using NWGLDE certified methods.
• Underground Storage Tank Removal Turn-key underground and above ground tank removal services including excavation, disposal per state guidelines, tank installation, and state certified contractor services.
• Fuel Polishing and Tank Cleaning Fuel polishing and tank cleaning services to protect or restore contaminated fuels by removing sediment, bacteria, fungus, and other contaminants from storage tanks.
• FuelVu Automated Fuel Polishing System Automated polishing and online contamination analyzer for comprehensive emergency backup fuel management, providing real-time fuel quality monitoring in ISO4406 code format to prevent backup power failure commonly caused by fuel conditions; developed in partnership with Simplex.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 13-year relationship with American Airlines as preferred contractor
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SimplexcoreTechnology or Integration · 12 November 2017UST partnered with Simplex to develop FuelVu, the industry's first automated polishing system with an integrated online contamination analyzer for comprehensive emergency backup fuel management. This partnership enables real-time fuel quality monitoring in ISO4406 code format to prevent backup power failure commonly caused by fuel conditions. The system protects generator warranties, increases efficiency, and reduces emissions and sludge buildup.
• Trinity Habitat for HumanityminorOthersCommunity involvement partnership through annual team building and employee workday organized by Tricia Stefanko. Supports social responsibility initiatives and employee engagement.
• Recovery Resource CouncilminorOthersChairman of the Board position held by company leadership. Community nonprofit focused on recovery services with active company involvement.
• Amy s Wish With WingsminorOthersNonprofit organization named in honor of Tricia Stefanko's daughter. Company supports through volunteering and community involvement.
• Southlake RotaryminorOthersCompany President holds Rotary leadership position for community service and professional networking.
• Keller Chamber of CommerceminorOthersBoard of Directors membership providing business networking and community advocacy opportunities.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Fluor Corporation: Fluor is a global EPC firm with extensive energy and infrastructure experience. Comparable to UST at the largest end of fuel infrastructure and government design-build projects, although Fluor generally operates at a much larger scale and pursues megaprojects well beyond UST's typical contract size.
• Burns & McDonnell: Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned engineering, construction, and consulting firm with active aviation fueling and federal infrastructure practices. Comparable as a broader incumbent that designs and builds fuel and energy infrastructure for airports, military, and utility clients, including sizable competitors for UST's government and aviation design-build contracts.
• Jacobs Solutions: Jacobs is a global professional services firm with infrastructure and energy engineering practices serving airports, military facilities, and commercial customers. Comparable to UST because it competes for the same federal, aviation, and mission-critical fuel system design-build opportunities at a much larger scale.

Others

• Veeder-Root: Veeder-Root (a Fortive company) is a leading manufacturer of Automatic Tank Gauging and fuel management systems that UST integrates and resells. Comparable as an ecosystem participant rather than direct competitor: Veeder-Root supplies core equipment that UST incorporates into its fuel system installations.
• OPW: OPW, part of Dover Fueling Solutions, manufactures nozzles, hoses, breakaways, and dispenser components used in commercial fuel systems. Comparable as a supplier and ecosystem participant to UST, which integrates OPW hardware into its fueling installations.
• Franklin Fueling Systems: Franklin Fueling Systems manufactures underground and aboveground fuel storage, containment, and dispensing equipment. Comparable as an equipment manufacturer supplying UST's projects; the relationship is supplier/partner rather than direct competitor in construction services.

Direct peers

• Tanknology: Tanknology is a national provider of underground storage tank testing, compliance, and fuel system integrity services. Directly comparable to UST because both compete in tank inspections, leak detection, and EPA UST/AST compliance services for commercial and government customers across similar end markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ust-fuel-solutions

Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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