DFW Oil and Energy

What DFW Oil and Energy does

DFW Oil and Energy, LLC is a Garland, Texas-based motor fuel distributor and the Master Franchisee for Circle K in North Texas. Operating for more than 30 years with 11–50 employees, the company supplies branded motor fuels from all major oil majors (Shell, Texaco, Chevron, Exxon, Diamond Shamrock, Mobil, and Valero) alongside unbranded product to convenience stores, commercial accounts, and company-owned operations across the region via a 24/7 delivery fleet. Beyond wholesale fuel, DFW provides a vertically integrated suite of dealer and franchisee services including site selection, real estate purchases/sales/leasing, in-house construction, equipment installation and leasing, credit card processing, digital tank-level inventory monitoring with automated delivery scheduling, CFN commercial card-lock fueling (proprietary fleet cards accepted at nearly 40,000 U.S. stations), and environmental compliance management. The company also coordinates co-location of QSR brands (Subway, Taco Casa, Dickey's, Golden Chick, Church's Chicken) within franchised convenience stores.

The business model is multi-stream and transaction- and license-driven. Core fuel distribution generates volume-based transactional margin; the Circle K master franchise produces franchise fees, royalties, and ongoing support revenue from sub-franchisees; real estate, construction, equipment, and credit card processing produce transactional and professional-services revenue; and CFN card lock and digital tank monitoring provide recurring commercial and dealer-services revenue. Go-to-market is sales-led, relying on direct outreach, phone contact, a basic website, and word-of-mouth within the convenience store industry, with the company emphasizing a "Full Service" single point-of-contact model. Pricing across fuel supply, franchise fees, and real estate/construction services is not publicly disclosed and is quote-based.

Name

DFW Oil and Energy

Legal name

DFW Oil and Energy, LLC

Website

https://dfwoilenergy.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DFW Oil and Energy is a Garland, Texas-based motor fuel distributor and Circle K Master Franchisee in North Texas, supplying branded fuels from major oil majors and offering integrated dealer and franchisee services including site selection, real estate, construction, equipment, credit card processing, and CFN card lock fueling.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fuel Distribution and Convenience Store Services

NAICS

Fuel Dealers (457210), Gasoline Stations and Fuel Dealers (457)

SIC

Wholesale-Petroleum Bulk Stations & Terminals (5171)

akta.pro primary industry

Convenience Retail & Foodservice at Forecourts (C-Store/QSR) (EUALAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial & Fleet Fueling (Cardlock, On-Site Tanks, Bulk Delivery) (EUALAIAD), Fuel Pricing, Loyalty & Payments Platforms (POS, Mobile Pay, Fleet Cards, Loyalty Programs) (EUALAIAK)

Keywords

• Wholesale fuel distribution
• Convenience store franchising
• Circle K master franchisee
• Fleet card lock services
• Fuel site development

Headquarters

HQ city

Garland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fuel Distribution: DFW Oil & Energy distributes branded motor fuels (Shell, Texaco, Chevron, Exxon, Diamond Shamrock, Mobil, Valero) and unbranded fuel products to convenience stores, commercial businesses, and company-owned stores. Revenue is generated through fuel sales at competitive prices, leveraging over 30 years of market expertise and volume-based distribution.
2. Circle K Master Franchisee Revenue: As the Master Franchisee for Circle K in North Texas, DFW Oil & Energy collects franchise fees and royalties from sub-franchisees and dealers operating Circle K-branded locations. The company recruits franchisees, provides training at two in-house training centers, and supports store operations for franchisees.
3. Store and Franchise Leasing: DFW Oil & Energy offers opportunities to lease or buy retail outlets for various franchise companies and fuel brands across the nation, generating revenue through lease payments and property transactions.
4. Real Estate and Construction Services: In-house real estate services covering site identification, purchasing, selling, and leasing of convenience store locations, as well as in-house construction services for new builds and remodeling, providing a single point of contact from ground up.
5. Equipment Sales and Leasing: DFW Oil & Energy purchases and installs high-quality equipment (pumps, POS systems, tanks, signs) at discounted prices through supplier relationships, with equipment financing and leasing terms available through trusted partners.
6. Credit Card Processing Services: Strategic partnerships with national credit card processing companies provide credit card processing services to clients at competitive rates, with top-of-the-line equipment and premium network access.
7. CFN Card Lock Commercial Fueling: Card lock service providing commercial customers with controlled fuel access via proprietary fleet cards accepted at nearly 40,000 CFN stations across the United States.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

DFW Oil & Energy is a wholesale motor fuel distributor and Circle K Master Franchisee that delivers branded fuels (Shell, Texaco, Chevron, Exxon, Diamond Shamrock, Mobil, Valero) and unbranded fuel to convenience stores, franchisees, and commercial businesses across North Texas. The company bundles its fuel distribution with site selection, real estate, construction, Circle K franchise development, equipment leasing, credit card processing, CFN commercial card-lock services, and restaurant co-location partnerships (Subway, Taco Casa, Dickie's, Golden Chick, Church's Chicken) under a single "Full Service" provider model.

Product overview

DFW Oil and Energy operates as a fuel distribution and convenience store franchise company offering a portfolio of integrated services. The core offerings include fuel distribution across major brands (Shell, Texaco, Chevron, Exxon, Diamond Shamrock, Mobil, Valero) and Circle K master franchising in North Texas. These are complemented by value-added services including site selection, real estate/construction services, managed inventory monitoring, card lock (CFN) commercial fueling, credit card processing, environmental compliance, and equipment leasing. The company also facilitates restaurant franchise relationships (Subway, Taco Casa, Dickies, Golden Chick, Church's Chicken). All services are designed to support dealers, franchisees, and customers under a 'Full Service' model with in-house capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fuel Distribution Services Wholesale distribution of branded fuels (Shell, Texaco, Chevron, Exxon, Diamond Shamrock, Mobil, Valero) and unbranded fuel products to convenience stores, commercial businesses, independent dealers, and company-owned operations across North Texas, with 24/7 delivery via professional fuel transportation carriers.
• Circle K Master Franchising Master franchisee program for Circle K in North Texas offering entrepreneurs franchise start-up assistance, operation support, training at two in-house training centers, and ongoing operational consulting for opening or converting to Circle K-branded convenience stores and gas stations.
• Site Selection Services Hands-on location consulting for convenience stores and fueling stations covering area, population, and traffic analysis; regulatory compliance review; and brand suitability assessment for new builds, conversions, or expansions.
• Real Estate and Construction Services In-house real estate services (site identification, purchasing, selling, leasing) combined with construction services for new builds and remodels, providing dealers and franchisees a single integrated point of contact from ground-up development through store opening.
• Store and Franchise Leasing National opportunities to lease or buy retail outlets for various franchise companies and fuel brands, with business consulting, training, advertising, marketing, and product strategy support.
• Managed Inventory Service (Digital Tank Monitoring) Digital monitoring of fuel tank inventory levels with the option for automatic fuel delivery triggered by real-time tank-level data, providing proactive inventory management and on-time, signature-required fuel deliveries for dealers.
• Card Lock (CFN) Commercial Fueling Service Card lock commercial fueling service providing controlled, unattended fuel access through a proprietary fleet card issued by DFW Oil & Energy, accepted at nearly 40,000 stations across the Commercial Fueling Network (CFN) in the United States.
• Credit Card Processing Services Credit card processing services for dealers and franchisees through strategic partnerships with national processors, providing top-of-the-line equipment and premium network access at competitive rates.
• Environmental Compliance Services Comprehensive environmental compliance services including site surveys, dynamic environmental regulation management, and sophisticated software enabling dealers to track and manage environmental risks across fuel operations.
• Equipment Installation and Leasing Purchasing, installation, financing, and leasing of convenience store and fuel station equipment (pumps, point-of-sale systems, tanks, and signage) at discounted prices through supplier relationships.

Quantifiable outcome

• Saves time and money through single point of contact from ground up for convenience store development projects
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Circle K (Master Franchisee)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDFW Oil & Energy LLC is the Master Franchisee for Circle K in North Texas. As a master franchisee, the company recruits sub-franchisees, provides training at two in-house training centers, and supports the opening and operation of Circle K-branded convenience stores and gas stations across the Dallas area. The relationship positions DFW Oil & Energy as the exclusive regional franchise developer for Circle K in North Texas.
• ShellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDFW Oil & Energy distributes Shell-branded fuel products through its fuel distribution network across North Texas.
• Valero (including Diamond Shamrock)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDFW Oil & Energy distributes Valero and Diamond Shamrock-branded fuel products. The company also has insight into Valero Corner Store acquisitions driving market opportunity for franchise operators.
• Exxon and MobilcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDFW Oil & Energy distributes Exxon and Mobil-branded fuel products through its dealer and franchisee network.
• Chevron and TexacocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDFW Oil & Energy distributes Chevron and Texaco-branded fuel products alongside its other fuel brand partnerships.
• Commercial Fueling Network (CFN)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDFW Oil & Energy offers the CFN card lock service, enabling commercial customers to access nearly 40,000 fueling stations across the United States via proprietary fleet cards.
• SubwayminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDFW Oil & Energy has in-house restaurant expertise relationships with Subway for co-located food service within convenience stores managed or franchised by the company.
• Taco CasaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDFW Oil & Energy has in-house restaurant expertise relationships with Taco Casa for co-located food service within convenience stores.
• Dickey's Barbecue Pit (Dickies)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDFW Oil & Energy has in-house restaurant expertise relationships with Dickey's Barbecue Pit for co-located food service within convenience stores.
• Golden ChickminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDFW Oil & Energy has in-house restaurant expertise relationships with Golden Chick for co-located food service within convenience stores.
• Circle K Management LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCircle K Management LLC is referenced as part of the DFW Oil & Energy affiliated company group in employment and HR documentation. The affiliation indicates a broader corporate structure under the Circle K umbrella.
• Payless Fuel Centers of Texas LLCminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPayless Fuel Centers of Texas LLC is referenced as one of the affiliated companies in the DFW Oil & Energy corporate group, appearing in employment documentation alongside Circle K Management LLC.
• Lone Star Property Management LPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLone Star Property Management LP is listed as part of the DFW Oil & Energy affiliated company group, handling property management functions for the company's convenience store and fuel operations.
• North Texas Taco CasaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNorth Texas Taco Casa is referenced as part of the DFW Oil & Energy affiliated company group, indicating a regional Taco Casa franchise operation integrated with the company's convenience store business.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Wawa, Inc. Privately held c-store chain with private-label fuel and proprietary prepared-food platform, expanding into Florida, Texas, and other states. Comparable integrated fuel-plus-c-store-plus-QSR 'one-roof' model that DFW offers its Circle K master franchisees.
• GPM Investments / ARKO Corp: Multi-brand c-store and fuel retail operator (GPM, GPM Empire, ARKO brands) with extensive dealer/franchise network including fuel distribution arms. Comparable in the bundled c-store, fuel, and dealer-support model DFW pursues, though at much larger scale.
• Sunoco LP: Master limited partnership with one of the largest U.S. fuel distribution platforms and a significant motor fuel/c-store franchise segment (including historical Stripes and 7-Eleven-aligned sites). Comparable wholesale fuel distribution plus retail/c-store franchise model.
• RaceTrac: Privately held regional c-store and fuel retail chain headquartered in the Southeast with expanding Texas footprint. Directly comparable c-store and branded-fuel retail offering; closely aligned on site selection, brand partnerships, and QSR co-location.
• Couche-Tard (Circle K Stores Inc.): Parent company of the Circle K brand and one of the largest c-store and fuel retail operators globally. Directly comparable as the franchisor whose North Texas master franchise rights DFW Oil & Energy holds, setting the operating model, brand standards, and franchise economics.
• 7-Eleven, Inc. Largest U.S. c-store chain operating both company stores and an extensive franchisee/licensee network. Directly comparable franchise/franchisee economics, fuel supply, and in-store QSR co-location model that DFW pursues via Circle K.
• Pilot Travel Centers / Berkshire Hathaway Energy (Pilot JV): Travel-center network with proprietary cards, fuel supply, and c-store/QSR co-location. Comparable in commercial fleet fueling and loyalty/payment offerings analogous to DFW's CFN card-lock service.
• EG America (EG Group): Global c-store and fuel retail operator with significant U.S. franchise and dealer footprint (Cumberland Farms, Kwik Shop, Loaf 'N Jug, etc.). Comparable multi-brand franchise/dealer model and bundled fuel-plus-services approach.

Direct peers

• Murphy USA: Large-format-low-cost fuel and convenience retailer operating Walmart-adjacent stores and franchised c-stores. Comparable in combining fuel distribution/sales with c-store retail and franchise/conversion activity, though company-operated versus master-franchisee model.
• Mansfield Energy Corp: U.S. regional fuel and lubricant distributor serving commercial fleets and dealer networks with branded and unbranded supply. Comparable wholesale/regional fuel distribution scale and customer overlap (commercial fleet card fueling and dealer supply).

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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