Rock Island-based IMEG today announced its recent asset acquisition of the majority of CFR Engineering, a Maryland-based firm recognized for its extensive work supporting federal agencies and mission-critical facilities.
According to IMEG’s Jan. 5 news release, the transaction strengthens its footprint on the East Coast while expanding its federal, science and technology, and secure facilities capabilities. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. IMEG also announced its acquisition of
Buford Goff & Associates (BGA). The South Carolina engineering firm specializes in mechanical, electrical, security, and communications services.
Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Germantown, Maryland, CFR Engineering is a full-service Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) and Fire Protection (FP) engineering
Firm. It has deep expertise in the planning and design of complex research, laboratory, health care, and highly regulated environments.
CFR Engineering will operate as an independent, standalone business to support its ongoing federal projects, ensuring uninterrupted service to clients and continuity for active and future work. The firm has delivered more than 2,000 projects for federal and private-sector clients. It has supported modernization and new construction efforts that require rigorous technical performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
“This transaction strengthens IMEG’s presence in the eastern region while significantly broadening our specialized expertise in complex and highly technical facilities,” IMEG President and CEO Paul VanDuyne said in the release. “By aligning complementary capabilities and a shared commitment to client-focused service, we are expanding our capacity to support complex, mission-driven projects while preserving the specialized structures required to serve federal clients.”
As part of the transaction, CFR Vice President Jason Sambolt will assume the role of client executive with IMEG. He will provide strategic leadership and suppor day-to-day coordination between teams. IMEG will integrate the acquired assets into its national platform while continuing to operate with strong local leadership and client focus.
A shared culture
CFR will continue to be led by Jeff Ford and Rich Cornwell. The Germantown office will remain in place, with team members continuing to serve clients from that location.
Mr. Ford and Mr. Cornwell also will serve as strategic consultants to IMEG. They will support client development and growth initiatives within the federal and science and technology sectors.
“This transaction allows us to continue serving our federal clients without disruption while gaining access to IMEG’s broader technical depth and national resources,” Mr. Cornwell, CFR’s president, said. “IMEG’s culture and values align closely with our own, making this a strong strategic fit. This asset acquisition creates new opportunities for our team and enhances our ability to deliver value to clients while preserving the independence required for our federal work.”
Based in the Quad Cities, IMEG is a leading engineering design firm with more than 100 offices and 3,000+ team members. It is ranked among the top engineering firms in the U.S. That includes No. 4 on BD+C’s top Engineering Firms and No. 48 on ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. IMEG is committed to transforming environments and communities through innovative, high-performance design and infrastructure solutions.
