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IPO Consulting Services
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Summary
This report is intended to assist buyers of initial public offering (IPO) consulting services. IPOs are when a private company transitions into a public company and the company's shares of stock are sold to the general public. Suppliers of IPO consulting services act as advisors and help the buyer with pre-IPO assessment, stock option valuation, compliance services and general IPO strategy.
This Report Includes:
- Underwriting
- M&A Consulting
- Risk Management
Not in this Report:
- Management Consulting
- IT Consulting
Global IPO Consulting Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global IPO Consulting Services market.
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GSA memo asks agencies to review consulting contracts
- The General Services Administration (GSA) recently issued a memorandum asking government agencies to review their consulting contracts with the ten highest-paid firms. The ten firms are Accenture PLC (Accenture Federal Services), Booz Allen Hamilton Inc., CGI Group Inc. (CGI Federal), Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu (Deloitte Consulting), General Dynamics Corporation (General Dynamics IT), Guidehouse Inc., Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc. (HII Mission Technologies), International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), Leidos Holdings, Inc., and Science Applications International Corporation, Inc. (SAIC).
- The memo states that agencies are strongly encouraged to cut non-essential consulting contracts, providing a list of those intended to be terminated by March 7, 2025. By April 19, 2025, agencies must submit their reviews of non-GSA consulting service contracts.
- According to the GSA, the ten consulting firms identified are set to receive $65.0 billion in fees in 2025. The Department of Defense (DoD) has stated its intention to terminate or descope contracts non-essential to the DoD’s purposes; some of the largest market players with high-value DoD contracts include Booz Allen Hamilton, Deloitte, and Accenture.
- According to the Government Accountability Office, in the fiscal year 2023, government agencies spent $478.0 billion on services, with the DoD accounting for $230.0 billion and non-defense agencies accounting for the rest. The DoD spent $21.3 billion on support, professional, and engineering and technical services, while non-defense agencies spent $21.4 billion on professional services, which includes consulting, training, and support services.
- The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) initially cancelled 875 contracts (amounting to around $2.0 billion) but has currently paused efforts. However, contract terminations across most agencies are expected to continue.
Global IPO Consulting Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 Europe | 23,440 |
| #2 United States | 18,000 |
| #3 China | 16,332 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of IPO Consulting Services
United States
2026 Market Pricing$130.00 to $XXX.XX
per hourAverage Price
Prices in the IPO Consulting Services market range from $130.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Location, Reputation of Consulting Firm and Complexity of Services. For example, lower prices are associated with Local IPOs in smaller markets ($130 to $275 per hour), whereas higher prices are associated with Operations in major financial centers (e.g., Los Angeles, New York) ($195 to $375 per hour).
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IPO Consulting Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the IPO Consulting Services market, prices in the US have grown 12.2% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
United States (2022-2025)
United States (2025-2028)
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for IPO Consulting Services
Total cost of ownership is High in the IPO Consulting Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs.
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Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -2.2 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Price Trend. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Low, which has a positive impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Office Stationary Wholesalers
- Commercial Real Estate Lessors
- Computer Wholesalers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Office Stationary Manufacturers
- Real Estate Brokers
- Computer Manufacturers
Biggest IPO Consulting Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest IPO Consulting Services vendors by revenue in the US are RSM US LLP, Aon Plc and McKinsey & Company. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY | Global | London, UK | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| KPMG International Limited | Global | Amstelveen, NL | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp | Global | London, UK | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Accenture Plc | International | DUBLIN | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Aon Plc | DUBLIN 2 | >10,000 | < 5 | |||||
| McKinsey & Company | Global | New York, NY | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| The Boston Consulting Group | Global | Boston, MA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| RSM US LLP | Global | Chicago, IL | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Crowe Global | Global | Chicago, IL | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the IPO Consulting Services market is 5.7% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Wages. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
The United States is a net importer of computers, meaning it imports more computers than it exports. While lower manufacturing costs abroad drive down prices for imported computers, relying on imports can lead to potential shortages or price increases if there are supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, or global crises
The risk of input price shocks or discontinuity of services due to supply chain problems is low. Vendors require few inputs (e.g., computers, telephones, etc.) to provide support services.
Due to a diversified pool of buyers from many industries bolstering profit levels, average vendor risk in the IPO consulting services market is low. This benefits buyer power by reducing the likelihood of service disruptions due to poor vendor financial health.
The low degree of market share concentration means that no single operator can unilaterally control the price of IPO consulting services across the market. Buyers will also have a wide number of suppliers to source services from, which supports buyer negotiation leverage.
Supplier Information
EY
EY is a private company operating globally in the mining, finance & insurance, professional, scientific & technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include oil & gas field consulting services, management consulting services, environmental,... Subscribe to learn more
KPMG International Limited
KPMG International Limited is a private company operating globally in the mining, finance & insurance, professional, scientific & technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include oil & gas field consulting services, management consulting... Subscribe to learn more
Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp
Pricewaterhousecoopers Llp is a private company operating globally in the finance & insurance, professional, scientific & technical services, administration, business support and waste management services and educational services sectors. The company's offerings include management consulting services, environmental,... Subscribe to learn more
Accenture Plc
Accenture Plc is a public company operating internationally in the mining, information, professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include mobile enterprise application platforms, claims management software,... Subscribe to learn more
Aon Plc
Aon plc is engaged in the marketing and servicing of a range of management and financial services spanning risk managementm insurance and reinsurance brokerage, and human resource consulting and outsourcing. Its business is divided into two segments: Risk Solutions (risk management through insurance advisory,... Subscribe to learn more
Crowe Global
Crowe Global is a private company operating globally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include supplier diversity consulting services, ipo consulting services, accounting services, tax accounting services and audit services. Founded in 1942, the company is... Subscribe to learn more
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu is a private company operating globally in the mining, finance & insurance, professional, scientific & technical services, administration, business support and waste management services and educational services sectors. The company's offerings include oil & gas field consulting services,... Subscribe to learn more
McKinsey & Company
McKinsey & Company is a private company operating globally in the mining and professional, scientific & technical services sectors. The company's offerings include oil & gas field consulting services, carbon management services, management consulting services, environmental, social & governance (esg) consulting... Subscribe to learn more
RSM US LLP
RSM US LLP is a private company operating globally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include business valuation services, ipo consulting services, accounting services, forensic accounting services, tax accounting services. Founded in 1926, the company is Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the IPO Consulting Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) and Delivery In Full On Time Rate. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Confidentiality and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) |
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Number of positive customer responses Number of responses |
The measure of the buyer's satisfaction with the supplier's service offering will shed light on the quality, utility, and efficacy of the IPO consulting services provided. High client satisfaction rates generally indicate successful service delivery and could potentially attract more engagements for the supplier in the IPO consulting market. |
| Delivery In Full On Time Rate |
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Total project time Deadline adherence rate |
The timeliness in which the supplier completes the tasks related to IPO consulting will provide an insight into their efficiency and commitment towards work. A consistent track record of meeting or exceeding agreed timelines can significantly enhance supplier's reliability and reputation in the IPO consulting market. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Experience and Expertise
How many years of experience does your company and your employees have with facilitating IPOs?
What proportion of your clients have had successful IPOs after you have consulted with them?
Competition
How do you attract new clients and retain existing clients?
How does your firm maintain a competitive edge with other IPO consulting firms of a similar size?
Workforce
What are the various stages of your hiring process? What specialized skills do you require your employees to possess in preparing for IPOs?
Are there records available that show prior training and certifications for all members of the company?
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IPO Consulting Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should give an overview of their organizations, including industry, products and services offered, number of employees and geographic regions where they operate.
Buyers should explain why they wish to go public.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should outline the critical issues they face leading up to their IPO (e.g. planning the roadshow, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, etc.).
Buyers should describe the time commitment they require of vendors.
Project Budget
Buyers should specify the budget for the contract.
Buyers should describe what other costs they may or may not cover (e.g. travel and accommodations).
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