Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Acquires Universal Fire Systems
February 20, 2026
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Universal Fire Systems, a 34-year fire sprinkler specialist based in Tampa, Florida, expanding Pye-Barker's presence and fire protection capabilities in the Tampa Bay market. The deal brings Universal's portfolio of commercial projects and experienced technicians into Pye-Barker's nationwide platform; Pye-Barker is represented by Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough in the transaction.
- Buyers
- Pye-Barker Fire & Safety
- Targets
- Universal Fire Systems
- Sellers
- Darrell Mayo, Aaron Jones
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Florida, United States
- Transaction Type
- Addon
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