Blue Mantis Acquires SME Solutions Group

Blue Mantis Acquires North Shore Data Services to Strengthen Networking Capabilities

May 6, 2025

IT Services

Blue Mantis, a Portsmouth, New Hampshire–based IT solutions and managed services provider, has acquired North Shore Data Services, an IT services firm focused on customized network infrastructure solutions headquartered in Kingston, New Hampshire. The acquisition bolsters Blue Mantis' networking practice (SD‑WAN, WAN/LAN, wireless) and creates cross‑sell opportunities across Blue Mantis’ cyber, cloud and carrier services while adding a vertically diverse set of ~200 customers.

Blue Mantis Acquires TELigence Partners, Brevin Systems and Calkins Networks

March 26, 2025

IT Services

Blue Mantis has acquired three Vermont-based IT and networking firms — TELigence Partners, Brevin Systems and Calkins Networks — bringing nearly 200 new customers into its portfolio. The deal expands Blue Mantis' carrier, network and managed-services capabilities across the Northeastern U.S., strengthening its offering for mid-market clients in industries such as healthcare and higher education.

Recognize Acquires Majority Stake in Blue Mantis

September 9, 2024

IT Services

Recognize, a private equity firm focused on digital and technology services, has made a majority investment in Blue Mantis, a Portsmouth, New Hampshire-based IT services provider specializing in managed services, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions. Abry Partners, which had backed Blue Mantis since 2020, will remain a minority investor as Recognize and management pursue growth, capability expansion, and M&A to scale the business.

Gemspring Capital Acquires Mantis Innovation Group

December 16, 2021

Industrial Services

Gemspring Capital (via an affiliate) has acquired a majority interest in Mantis Innovation Group from O2 Investment Partners. Mantis, a Houston-based tech-enabled facility services provider focused on energy efficiency and building performance, will partner with Gemspring to accelerate platform growth, expand services, and pursue additional M&A.

The 20 MSP Acquires Drivetech, Accurate Computer Solutions and Blue Cactus Consulting

March 4, 2024

IT Services

The 20 MSP, a Plano, Texas-based managed IT services provider, has acquired three MSPs—Drivetech (Acton, MA), Accurate Computer Solutions (Boerne, TX) and Blue Cactus Consulting (Phoenix, AZ)—to expand its national footprint and broaden service capabilities. The deals were financed via a syndicated credit facility led by Sunflower Bank and advised by Pinecrest Capital Partners; financial terms were not disclosed.

Blue Mantis Acquires Colligio

November 19, 2024

IT Services

Blue Mantis, a PE‑backed managed services and cybersecurity provider, has acquired Colligio, a Cisco‑focused unified communications, networking and security solutions firm headquartered in Walpole, Massachusetts. The acquisition launches a new Collaboration/Unified Communications Practice led by Colligio founder Sean Kelley and expands Blue Mantis’ collaboration, networking and Cisco capabilities across its Northeast client base.