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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Form 10-Q/A
(Amendment No. 1)
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QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
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For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2006 |
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TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
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For the transition period
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Commission file no. 001-13831
Quanta Services, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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Delaware |
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74-2851603 |
(State or other jurisdiction of
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(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.) |
1360 Post Oak Blvd.
Suite 2100
Houston, Texas 77056
(Address of principal executive offices, including zip
code)
Registrants telephone number, including area code:
(713) 629-7600
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed
all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding
12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant
was required to file such reports), and (2) has been
subject to such filing requirements for the past
90 days. Yes þ No o
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large
accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated
filer. See definition of accelerated filer and large
accelerated filer in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange
Act. Large accelerated
filer þ Accelerated
filer o Non-accelerated
filer o
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company
(as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange
Act) Yes o No þ
117,518,062 shares of Common Stock were outstanding as of
May 1, 2006. As of the same date, 999,281 shares of
Limited Vote Common Stock were outstanding.
EXPLANATORY NOTE
This Amendment No. 1 on
Form 10-Q/ A
(Amendment) is being filed to amend, as described below,
Items 1 and 2 of Part I of the quarterly report on
Form 10-Q of
Quanta Services, Inc. (Quanta) filed with the Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC) on May 9, 2006 (Original
Report on
Form 10-Q). The
purpose of this Amendment is to amend (i) the condensed
consolidated balance sheet as of March 31, 2006 to
reclassify certain investments as short-term
investments that were classified as cash and cash
equivalents in the Original Report on
Form 10-Q and
(ii) the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows
for the three months ended March 31, 2006 to correct cash
flows from investing activities as a result of the above
reclassification by presenting Quantas investments in
these short-term securities as cash flows from investing
activities. Specifically, the Original Report on
Form 10-Q
classified $60.5 million of variable rate demand notes as
cash equivalents. The above reclassification had no affect on
previously reported current or
non-current assets,
current or non-current
liabilities, stockholders equity, net income, earnings per
share or net cash provided by operating activities.
In addition to the amendments discussed above, Quanta has added
additional disclosures regarding Quantas short-term
investments in (i) note 1 of the notes to condensed
consolidated financial statements, (ii) Managements
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations and (iii) Controls and Procedures
Managements Consideration of the Restatement. The complete
text of Items 1, 2 and 4 of Part I have been set forth
in its entirety, in accordance with
Rule 12b-15 under
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the other
Items from the Original Report on Form
10-Q are included for
the convenience of the reader. In connection with the filing of
this Amendment and pursuant to the rules of the SEC, Quanta is
including with this Amendment currently dated certifications.
Unless otherwise indicated, the exhibits previously filed with
the Original Report on
Form 10-Q are not
re-filed herewith.
Except for the matters discussed in this Explanatory Note, this
Amendment reflects the disclosures made at the time of the
filing of the Original Report on
Form 10-Q, and no
attempt has been made in this Amendment to modify or update such
disclosures presented in the Original Report on
Form 10-Q. This
Amendment does not reflect events occurring after the filing of
the Original Report on
Form 10-Q or
modify or update those disclosures affected by subsequent
events. Accordingly, this Amendment should be read in
conjunction with our filings made with the SEC subsequent to the
filing of the Original Report on
Form 10-Q,
including any amendments to those filings.
QUANTA SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
INDEX
1
QUANTA SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands, except share information)
(Unaudited)
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December 31, | |
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March 31, | |
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ASSETS |
Current Assets:
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Cash and cash equivalents
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$ |
304,267 |
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$ |
224,248 |
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Short-term investments
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60,515 |
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Accounts receivable, net of allowances of $6,566 and $5,026,
respectively
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431,584 |
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447,096 |
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Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on
uncompleted contracts
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38,053 |
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47,025 |
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Inventories
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25,717 |
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28,140 |
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Prepaid expenses and other current assets
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31,389 |
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28,737 |
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Total current assets
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831,010 |
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835,761 |
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Property and equipment, net
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286,606 |
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286,565 |
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Accounts and notes receivable, net of an allowance of $42,953,
respectively
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15,229 |
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15,922 |
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Other assets, net
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33,583 |
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33,952 |
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Goodwill and other intangibles, net
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388,357 |
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388,292 |
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Total assets
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$ |
1,554,785 |
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$ |
1,560,492 |
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY |
Current Liabilities:
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Current maturities of long-term debt
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$ |
2,252 |
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$ |
2,242 |
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Accounts payable and accrued expenses
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241,811 |
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236,335 |
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Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on
uncompleted contracts
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14,008 |
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17,286 |
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Total current liabilities
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258,071 |
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255,863 |
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Long-term debt, net of current maturities
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7,591 |
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4,549 |
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Convertible subordinated notes
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442,500 |
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442,500 |
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Deferred income taxes and other non-current liabilities
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142,885 |
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144,132 |
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Total liabilities
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851,047 |
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847,044 |
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Commitments and Contingencies
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Stockholders Equity:
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Common stock, $.00001 par value, 300,000,000 shares
authorized, 118,771,776 and 119,462,103 shares issued and
117,153,038 and 117,487,417 outstanding, respectively
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Limited Vote Common Stock, $.00001 par value,
3,345,333 shares authorized, 1,011,780 and
999,281 shares issued and outstanding, respectively
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Additional paid-in capital
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1,096,795 |
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1,097,113 |
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Deferred compensation
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(6,448 |
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Accumulated deficit
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(369,122 |
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(361,264 |
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Treasury stock, 1,618,738 and 1,974,686 common shares, at cost
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(17,487 |
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(22,401 |
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Total stockholders equity
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703,738 |
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713,448 |
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Total liabilities and stockholders equity
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$ |
1,554,785 |
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$ |
1,560,492 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed
consolidated financial statements.
2
QUANTA SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(In thousands, except per share information)
(Unaudited)
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Three Months Ended | |
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March 31, | |
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Revenues
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$ |
372,505 |
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$ |
496,494 |
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Cost of services (including depreciation)
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336,413 |
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437,046 |
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Gross profit
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36,092 |
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59,448 |
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Selling, general and administrative expenses
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42,462 |
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42,275 |
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Income (loss) from operations
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(6,370 |
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17,173 |
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Other income (expense)
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Interest expense
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(6,018 |
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(5,884 |
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Interest income
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1,519 |
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2,979 |
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Other, net
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165 |
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148 |
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Income (loss) before income tax provision (benefit)
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(10,704 |
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14,416 |
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Provision (benefit) for income taxes
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(5,576 |
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6,558 |
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Net income (loss)
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(5,128 |
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7,858 |
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Earnings (loss) per share:
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Basic
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0.07 |
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Diluted
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(0.04 |
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0.07 |
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Shares used in computing earnings (loss) per share:
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Basic
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115,229 |
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116,525 |
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Diluted
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115,229 |
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117,058 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed
consolidated financial statements.
3
QUANTA SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In thousands)
(Unaudited)
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Three Months Ended | |
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March 31, | |
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Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
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Net income (loss)
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(5,128 |
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$ |
7,858 |
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Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided
by (used in) operating activities
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Depreciation and amortization
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14,215 |
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12,680 |
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Loss (gain) on sale of property and equipment
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166 |
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(463 |
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Provision for doubtful accounts
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421 |
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98 |
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Deferred income tax provision (benefit)
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(8,013 |
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1,903 |
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Non-cash stock-based compensation
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1,238 |
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1,449 |
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Tax benefit from stock-based equity awards
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(4,358 |
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Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of non-cash
transactions
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(Increase) decrease in
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Accounts receivable
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16,916 |
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(16,303 |
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Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on
uncompleted contracts
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(8,863 |
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(8,972 |
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Inventories
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(4,143 |
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(2,423 |
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Prepaid expenses and other current assets
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(1,411 |
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Increase (decrease) in
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Accounts payable and accrued expenses and other non-current
liabilities
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4,626 |
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(3,851 |
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Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on
uncompleted contracts
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56 |
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3,278 |
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Other, net
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(116 |
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(397 |
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Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
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9,964 |
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(9,442 |
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Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
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Proceeds from sale of property and equipment
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562 |
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1,606 |
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Additions of property and equipment
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(12,220 |
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(13,591 |
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Purchases of short-term investments
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(60,515 |
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Net cash used in investing activities
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(11,658 |
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(72,500 |
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Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
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Payments under credit facility
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(10,300 |
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(3,000 |
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Proceeds from other long-term debt
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127 |
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1,478 |
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Payments on other long-term debt
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(1,227 |
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(1,530 |
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Issuances of stock, net of offering costs
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1,530 |
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Debt issuance and amendments costs
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(41 |
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Tax benefit from stock-based equity awards
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4,358 |
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Exercise of stock options
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47 |
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617 |
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Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
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(9,864 |
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1,923 |
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Net Decrease in Cash and Cash Equivalents
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(11,558 |
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(80,019 |
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Cash and Cash Equivalents, beginning of period
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265,560 |
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304,267 |
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Cash and Cash Equivalents, end of period
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$ |
254,002 |
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$ |
224,248 |
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Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Flow Information
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Interest paid
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$ |
(363 |
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$ |
(3,662 |
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Income taxes paid
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$ |
(1,083 |
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$ |
(1,247 |
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Income tax refunds
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$ |
262 |
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$ |
105 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed
consolidated financial statements.
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QUANTA SERVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
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BUSINESS AND ORGANIZATION: |
Quanta Services, Inc. (Quanta) is a leading provider of
specialized contracting services, offering
end-to-end network
solutions to the electric power, gas, telecommunications and
cable television industries. Quantas comprehensive
services include designing, installing, repairing and
maintaining network infrastructure.
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Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Information |
These unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have
been prepared pursuant to the rules of the Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC). Certain information and footnote
disclosures, normally included in annual financial statements
prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally
accepted in the United States, have been condensed or omitted
pursuant to those rules and regulations. Quanta believes that
the disclosures made are adequate to make the information
presented not misleading. In the opinion of management, all
adjustments, consisting only of normal recurring adjustments,
necessary to fairly state the financial position, results of
operations and cash flows with respect to the interim
consolidated financial statements have been included. The
results of operations for the interim periods are not
necessarily indicative of the results for the entire fiscal
year. The results of Quanta historically have been subject to
significant seasonal fluctuations.
Quanta recommends that these unaudited condensed consolidated
financial statements be read in conjunction with the audited
consolidated financial statements and notes thereto of Quanta
and its subsidiaries included in Quantas Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the
year ended December 31, 2005, which was filed with the SEC
on March 2, 2006.
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Use of Estimates and Assumptions |
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with
accounting principles generally accepted in the United States
requires the use of estimates and assumptions by management in
determining the reported amounts of assets and liabilities,
disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities known to exist
as of the date the financial statements are published and the
reported amount of revenues and expenses recognized during the
periods presented. Quanta reviews all significant estimates
affecting its consolidated financial statements on a recurring
basis and records the effect of any necessary adjustments prior
to their publication. Judgments and estimates are based on
Quantas beliefs and assumptions derived from information
available at the time such judgments and estimates are made.
Uncertainties with respect to such estimates and assumptions are
inherent in the preparation of financial statements. Estimates
are primarily used in Quantas assessment of the allowance
for doubtful accounts, valuation of inventory, useful lives of
property and equipment, fair value assumptions in analyzing
goodwill and long-lived asset impairments, self-insured claims
liabilities, revenue recognition under
percentage-of-completion
accounting and provision for income taxes.
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RESTATEMENT Short-Term Investments |
Quanta invests a portion of its cash in variable rate demand
notes (VRDNs), which are classified as short-term investments.
The income from these VRDNs is tax-exempt to the Quanta. The
interest rates on these instruments are variable and reset daily
or weekly, depending on the security. As a result of the reset
feature, Quanta continually earns the market interest rate.
While VRDNs are debt instruments with scheduled maturities
ranging from 10-30 years, Quanta has the right to tender the
securities to a third-party liquidity provider for payment at
the aggregate principal amount plus accrued interest at any time
with seven days notice pursuant to the put right granted to all
holders of these notes. Payment of these notes is secured by an
irrevocable letter of credit issued by an investment-grade
financial institution. Due to the liquidity and the short-term
nature of Quantas investment in these securities, they
have been classified as current assets in its condensed
consolidated balance sheet and are classified as available for
sale. These securities are carried at the
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QUANTA SERVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
aggregate principal amount, which approximates fair value,
resulting in no unrealized gain (loss) to be recorded in other
comprehensive income.
As shown in the table below, the cash and cash equivalents as of
March 31, 2006 and the net cash used in investing
activities for the three months ended March 31, 2006 have
been restated to reclassify certain short-term investments which
had been classified as cash and cash equivalents, when such
securities should have been reported as short-term investments
in the condensed consolidated balance sheet and as purchases of
short-term investments in the condensed consolidated statements
of cash flows.
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March 31, 2006 | |
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March 31, 2006 | |
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As Reported | |
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As Restated | |
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Cash and cash equivalents
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$ |
284,763 |
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$ |
224,248 |
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Short-term investments
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60,515 |
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Three Months | |
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Three Months | |
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Ended | |
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Ended | |
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March 31, 2006 | |
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March 31, 2006 | |
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As Reported | |
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As Restated | |
|
|
| |
|
| |
Purchases of short-term investments
|
|
$ |
|
|
|
$ |
(60,515 |
) |
Net cash used in investing activities
|
|
|
(11,985 |
) |
|
|
(72,500 |
) |
|
|
|
Current and Long-Term Accounts and Notes Receivable and
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts |
Quanta provides an allowance for doubtful accounts when
collection of an account or note receivable is considered
doubtful. Inherent in the assessment of the allowance for
doubtful accounts are certain judgments and estimates including,
among others, the customers access to capital, the
customers willingness or ability to pay, general economic
conditions and the ongoing relationship with the customer. Under
certain circumstances such as foreclosures or negotiated
settlements, Quanta may take title to the underlying assets in
lieu of cash in settlement of receivables. As of March 31,
2006, Quanta has provided allowances for doubtful accounts of
approximately $48.0 million. Should customers experience
financial difficulties or file for bankruptcy, or should
anticipated recoveries relating to receivables in existing
bankruptcies or other workout situations fail to materialize,
Quanta could experience reduced cash flows and losses in excess
of current allowances provided. In addition, material changes in
Quantas customers revenues or cash flows could
affect its ability to collect amounts due from them.
During 2004, Quanta sold its prepetition receivable due from
Adelphia Communications Corporation and its affiliated companies
(Adelphia) to a third party with $6.0 million of the
proceeds held by the buyer pending the resolution of certain
preferential payment claims. The account receivable associated
with the holdback is recorded in accounts and notes receivable
as of March 31, 2006 as it is uncertain whether the balance
will be collected within one year. Also included in accounts and
notes receivable are amounts due from a customer relating to the
construction of independent power plants. During the first
quarter of 2006, the underlying assets which had secured these
notes receivable were sold pursuant to liquidation proceedings
and the net proceeds are being held by a trustee. The final
collection of amounts owed Quanta are subject to further legal
proceedings; however, Quanta has provided allowances for a
significant portion of these notes receivable. As of
March 31, 2006, the total balance due from this customer
was $47.9 million, with an allowance for doubtful accounts
of $42.8 million.
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Concentration of Credit Risk |
Quanta grants credit under normal payment terms, generally
without collateral, to its customers, which include electric
power and gas companies, telecommunications and cable television
system operators, governmental entities, general contractors and
builders, owners and managers of commercial and industrial
properties located primarily in the United States. Consequently,
Quanta is subject to potential credit risk
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QUANTA SERVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
related to changes in business and economic factors throughout
the United States; however, Quanta generally has certain
statutory lien rights with respect to services provided. No
customer accounted for more than 10% of accounts receivable as
of December 31, 2005 and March 31, 2006 or revenues
for the three months ended March 31, 2005 and
March 31, 2006.
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|
Goodwill and Other Intangibles |
In accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards
(SFAS) No. 142 Goodwill and Other Intangible
Assets, goodwill attributable to each of Quantas
reporting units is tested for impairment by comparing the fair
value of each reporting unit with its carrying value. Fair value
is determined using a combination of the discounted cash flow,
market multiple and market capitalization valuation approaches.
Significant estimates used in the above methodologies include
estimates of future cash flows, future short-term and long-term
growth rates, weighted average cost of capital and estimates of
market multiples for each of the reportable units. On an ongoing
basis, absent impairment indicators, Quanta performs impairment
tests annually during the fourth quarter. SFAS No. 142
does not allow increases in the carrying value of reporting
units that may result from Quantas impairment test,
therefore Quanta may record goodwill impairments in the future,
even when the aggregate fair value of Quantas reporting
units and Quanta as a whole may increase. Any future impairment
adjustments would be recognized as operating expenses.
Quanta follows the liability method of accounting for income
taxes in accordance with SFAS No. 109,
Accounting for Income Taxes. Under this method,
deferred assets and liabilities are recorded for future tax
consequences of temporary differences between the financial
reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities, and are
measured using the enacted tax rates and laws that are expected
to be in effect when the underlying assets or liabilities are
recovered or settled.
Quanta regularly evaluates valuation allowances established for
deferred tax assets for which future realization is uncertain,
and Quanta maintains an allowance for tax contingencies that
Quanta believes is adequate. The estimation of required
valuation allowances includes estimates of future taxable
income. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is
dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during
the periods in which those temporary differences become
deductible. Quanta considers projected future taxable income and
tax planning strategies in making this assessment. If actual
future taxable income differs from these estimates, Quanta may
not realize deferred tax assets to the extent estimated.
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2. |
STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION: |
Effective January 1, 2006, Quanta adopted Statement of
Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 123 (revised
2004), Share-Based Payment
(SFAS No. 123(R)) using the modified prospective
method of adoption, which requires recognition of compensation
expense for all stock-based compensation beginning on the
effective date. Under this method of accounting, compensation
cost for stock-based compensation awards is based on the fair
value of the awards granted, net of estimated forfeitures, at
the date they are granted. The resulting compensation cost is
recognized over the service period of each award. In accordance
with the modified prospective method of adoption, Quanta has not
adjusted consolidated financial statements for prior periods.
Prior to January 1, 2006, Quanta accounted for its
stock-based compensation awards under APB Opinion No. 25,
Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees. Under this
accounting method, no compensation expense was recognized in the
consolidated statements of operations if no intrinsic value of
the stock-based compensation award existed at the date of grant.
SFAS No. 123 Accounting for Stock Based
Compensation, which encouraged companies to account for
stock-based compensation awards based on the fair value of the
awards at the date they were granted, required disclosure as to
what net income and earnings per share
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QUANTA SERVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
would have been had SFAS No. 123 been followed. Had
compensation expense for the 2001 Stock Incentive Plan and the
Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which was terminated in 2005, been
determined consistent with SFAS No. 123, Quantas
net income (loss) and earnings (loss) per share for the three
months ended March 31, 2005 would have been reduced to the
following as adjusted amounts (in thousands, except per share
information):
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months | |
|
|
Ended | |
|
|
March 31, 2005 | |
|
|
| |
Net loss as reported
|
|
$ |
(5,128 |
) |
|
Add: stock-based employee compensation expense included in
reported net loss, net of tax
|
|
|
1,238 |
|
|
Deduct: total stock-based employee compensation expense
determined under fair value based method for all awards, net of
tax
|
|
|
(1,397 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Net loss
|
|
|
|
|
|
As adjusted basic and diluted
|
|
$ |
(5,287 |
) |
|
|
|
|
Loss per share
|
|
|
|
|
|
As reported basic and diluted
|
|
$ |
(0.04 |
) |
|
As adjusted basic and diluted
|
|
$ |
(0.05 |
) |
Beginning January 1, 2006, Quanta accounted for stock
options in accordance with SFAS No. 123(R), however,
the effect of expensing the fair value of the stock options did
not have a material impact on Quantas financial position
or results of operations, as the number of unvested shares
remaining is not significant. Certain disclosures required under
SFAS No. 123(R) have been omitted due to immateriality.
The actual tax benefit realized for the tax deductions from
option exercises totaled approximately $0.2 million for the
three months ended March 31, 2006. This tax benefit is
reported as a cash inflow from financing activities and a cash
outflow from operating activities for the three months ended
March 31, 2006, as required by SFAS No. 123(R),
and as stated above, prior periods have not been adjusted in
accordance with the modified prospective method of application.
During 2003, Quanta began using restricted stock rather than
stock options for Quantas various incentive programs.
Pursuant to the 2001 Stock Incentive Plan, Quanta issues
restricted common stock at the fair market value of the common
stock as of the date of issuance. The shares of restricted
common stock issued pursuant to the 2001 Stock Incentive Plan
are subject to forfeiture, restrictions on transfer and certain
other conditions until they vest, generally over three years in
equal annual installments. During the restriction period, the
plan participants are entitled to vote and receive dividends on
such shares. During the three months ended March 31, 2005
and 2006, Quanta granted approximately 0.6 million and
0.6 million shares of restricted stock with a weighted
average grant date price of $7.39 and $13.73. Approximately
1.0 million and 1.1 million shares vested during the
three months ended March 31, 2005 and 2006 with a total
fair value of $7.9 million
8
QUANTA SERVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
and $15.4 million. A summary of Quantas restricted
stock activity for the three months ended March 31, 2006 is
as follows (in thousands, except fair value amounts):
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted | |
|
|
|
|
Average | |
|
|
|
|
Grant Date | |
|
|
Shares | |
|
Fair Value | |
|
|
| |
|
| |
Nonvested at January 1, 2006
|
|
|
1,904 |
|
|
$ |
5.70 |
|
|
Granted
|
|
|
628 |
|
|
$ |
13.73 |
|
|
Vested
|
|
|
(1,116 |
) |
|
$ |
4.53 |
|
|
Forfeited
|
|
|
(21 |
) |
|
$ |
7.57 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Nonvested at March 31, 2006
|
|
|
1,395 |
|
|
$ |
10.22 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
During the three months ended March 31, 2005 and 2006,
Quanta recorded non-cash compensation expense with respect to
restricted stock in the amount of $1.2 million and
$1.4 million and a related income tax benefit of
$0.5 million and $0.6 million. The fair value of the
restricted stock is determined based on the number of shares
granted and the closing price of Quantas common stock on
the date of grant. The adoption of SFAS No. 123(R) requires
estimating future forfeitures in determining the period expense,
rather than recording forfeitures when they occur as previously
permitted. Quanta used historical cancellation data to estimate
the forfeiture rate. The effect of estimating forfeitures in
determining the period expense, rather than recording
forfeitures as they actually occurred, was not significant.
During the three months ended March 31, 2005 and 2006, the
actual tax benefit realized for the tax deductions from vested
restricted stock totaled approximately $1.4 million and
$4.0 million. The tax benefit for the quarter ended
March 31, 2006 is reported as a cash inflow from financing
activities and a cash outflow from operating activities, as
required by SFAS No. 123(R), and as stated above,
prior periods have not been adjusted in accordance with the
modified prospective method of application.
Total unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested
restricted stock granted to both employees and non-employees was
$12.3 million as of March 31, 2006. The unrecognized
compensation cost is expected to be recognized over a
weighted-average period of 2.2 years. The estimate of
unrecognized compensation cost uses the expected forfeiture
rate, and to the extent that Quanta revises that estimate in the
future, the estimate does not necessarily represent the value
that will ultimately be realized as compensation expense. As of
December 31, 2005, unrecognized compensation expense
related to nonvested shares of restricted stock granted to
employees was recorded as deferred compensation in
stockholders equity. As part of the adoption of SFAS
No. 123(R), $6.4 million of deferred compensation was
reversed against additional paid-in capital.
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3. |
PER SHARE INFORMATION: |
Basic earnings (loss) per share is computed using the weighted
average number of common shares outstanding during the period,
and diluted earnings (loss) per share is computed using the
weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the
period adjusted for all potentially dilutive common stock
equivalents, except in cases where the effect of the common
stock equivalent would be antidilutive. The
9
QUANTA SERVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
weighted average number of shares used to compute the basic and
diluted earnings (loss) per share for the three months ended
March 31, 2005 and 2006 is illustrated below (in thousands):
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three Months Ended | |
|
|
March 31, | |
|
|
| |
|
|
2005 | |
|
2006 | |
|
|
| |
|
| |
NET INCOME (LOSS):
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income (loss)
|
|
$ |
(5,128 |
) |
|
$ |
7,858 |
|
|
Effect of convertible subordinated notes under the if
converted method interest expense addback, net
of taxes
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income (loss) for diluted earnings (loss) per share
|
|
$ |
(5,128 |
) |
|
$ |
7,858 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted average shares outstanding for basic earnings (loss)
per share, if dilutive
|
|
|
115,229 |
|
|
|
116,525 |
|
|
Effect of dilutive stock options and restricted stock
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
533 |
|
|
Effect of convertible subordinated notes under the if
converted method weighted convertible shares
issuable
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Weighted average shares outstanding for diluted earnings (loss)
per share
|
|
|
115,229 |
|
|
|
117,058 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
For the three months ended March 31, 2005 and 2006,
approximately 0.7 million and 0.2 million stock
options were excluded from the computation of diluted earnings
per share because the options exercise prices were greater
than the average market price of Quantas common stock. For
the three months ended March 31, 2005, approximately
0.1 million stock options with exercise prices lower than
the average market price of Quantas common stock were also
excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share
because the effect of including them would have been
antidilutive. For the three months ended March 31, 2005,
0.3 million shares of nonvested restricted stock were
excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share as
the impact would have been antidilutive. For the three months
ended March 31, 2005 and 2006, the effect of assuming
conversion of the convertible subordinated notes would be
antidilutive and they were therefore excluded from the
calculation of diluted earnings per share.
As of March 31, 2006, Quanta had a $182.0 million
credit facility with various lenders. The credit facility
consisted of a $147.0 million letter of credit facility
maturing on June 19, 2008, which also provides for term
loans, and a $35.0 million revolving credit facility
maturing on December 19, 2007, which provides for revolving
loans and letters of credit. The maximum availability under the
letter of credit facility will be automatically reduced by
$1.5 million, on December 31 of each year until
maturity.
As of March 31, 2006, Quanta was required to maintain total
borrowings outstanding under the letter of credit facility equal
to the $147.0 million available through a combination of
letters of credit or term loans. Quanta had approximately
$141.6 million of letters of credit issued under the letter
of credit facility and $4.5 million of the letter of credit
facility outstanding as a term loan. The remaining
$0.9 million was available for issuing new letters of
credit. In the event that Quanta desires to issue additional
letters of credit under the letter of credit facility, Quanta is
required to make cash repayments of debt outstanding under the
term loan portion of the letter of credit facility in an amount
that approximates the additional letters of credit to be issued.
10
QUANTA SERVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
Under the letter of credit facility, Quanta is subject to a fee
of either 3.00% or 3.25% of the letters of credit outstanding,
depending upon the occurrence of certain events, plus an
additional 0.15% of the amount outstanding to the extent the
funds in the deposit account linked to the letter of credit
facility do not earn interest equal to the London Interbank
Offering Rate (LIBOR). Term loans under the letter of credit
facility bear interest at a rate equal to either the Eurodollar
Rate (as defined in the credit facility) or the Base Rate (as
described below), in each case plus 3.00% or 3.25%, depending
upon the occurrence of certain events. The Base Rate equals the
higher of (i) the Federal Funds Rate (as defined in the
credit facility) plus 1/2 of 1% and (ii) the banks
prime rate. The weighted average interest rate for the three
months ended March 31, 2005 and 2006 associated with
amounts outstanding under the term loan was 5.58% and 7.50%.
As of March 31, 2006, Quanta had approximately
$3.2 million of letters of credit issued under the
revolving credit facility, and borrowing availability of
$31.8 million under the revolving credit facility. Amounts
borrowed under the revolving credit facility bear interest at
our option at a rate equal to either (a) the Eurodollar
Rate plus 1.75% to 3.00%, as determined by the ratio of
Quantas total funded debt to EBITDA, or (b) the Base
Rate plus 0.25% to 1.50%, as determined by the ratio of
Quantas total funded debt to EBITDA. Letters of credit
issued under the revolving credit facility are subject to a
letter of credit fee of 1.75% to 3.00%, based on the ratio of
Quantas total funded debt to EBITDA. If Quanta chooses to
cash collateralize letters of credit issued under the revolving
credit facility, those letters of credit will be subject to a
letter of credit fee of 0.50%. Quanta is also subject to a
commitment fee of 0.375% to 0.625%, based on the ratio of its
total funded debt to EBITDA, on any unused availability under
the revolving credit facility. For purposes of calculating the
foregoing ratios, Quantas total funded debt is reduced by
all cash and cash equivalents held by Quanta in excess of
$25.0 million.
The credit facility contains certain covenants, including a
maximum funded debt to EBITDA ratio, a maximum senior debt to
EBITDA ratio, a minimum interest coverage ratio, a minimum asset
coverage ratio and a minimum consolidated net worth covenant, in
each case as specified in the credit facility. For purposes of
calculating the maximum funded debt to EBITDA ratio and the
maximum senior debt to EBITDA ratio, Quantas maximum
funded debt and maximum senior debt are reduced by all cash and
cash equivalents (as defined in the credit facility) held by
Quanta in excess of $25.0 million. As of March 31,
2006, Quanta was in compliance with all of its covenants.
However, conditions such as, but not limited to, unforeseen
project delays or cancellations, adverse weather conditions or
poor contract performance, could adversely affect Quantas
ability to comply with its covenants in the future. The credit
facility also limits acquisitions, capital expenditures and
asset sales and, subject to certain exceptions, prohibits liens
on material assets. The credit facility also includes limits on
the payment of dividends and stock repurchase programs, which
for 2006 and in any fiscal year thereafter is an annual
aggregate amount up to 25% of Quantas consolidated net
income (plus the amount of non-cash charges that reduced such
consolidated net income) for the prior fiscal year. These limits
were increased by the amendment to the credit facility on
April 26, 2006, which is described below. The credit
facility does not limit dividend payments or other distributions
payable solely in capital stock. The credit facility carries
cross-default provisions with all of Quantas other debt
instruments exceeding $2.0 million in borrowings and
Quantas continuing indemnity and security agreement with
its surety.
The credit facility is secured by a pledge of all of the capital
stock of Quantas U.S. subsidiaries, 65% of the
capital stock of Quantas foreign subsidiaries and
substantially all of Quantas assets. Borrowings under the
credit facility are to be used for working capital, capital
expenditures and for other general corporate purposes.
Quantas U.S. subsidiaries guarantee the repayment of
all amounts due under the credit facility. Quantas
obligations under the credit facility constitute designated
senior indebtedness under its 4.0% and 4.5% convertible
subordinated notes.
On April 26, 2006, Quanta amended its credit facility to,
among other things, permit the issuance of Quantas
3.75% convertible subordinated notes, as described in
Note 8, permit Quanta to repurchase or redeem any or all of
its outstanding $172.5 million principal amount of
4.0% convertible subordinated notes
11
QUANTA SERVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
prior to their maturity on July 1, 2007, and permit the
payment of dividends and the repurchase of shares of its common
stock in an aggregate amount of up to $75.0 million, in
addition to dividends and stock repurchases previously permitted
in an aggregate amount of up to 25% of Quantas
consolidated net income for the prior fiscal year.
Quanta is currently engaged in discussions with respect to a
proposed $225.0 million senior secured revolving credit
facility that would amend and restate or replace Quantas
existing credit facility. As of March 31, 2006, Quanta had
$2.8 million in deferred financing costs associated with
Quantas existing credit facility, the expensing of all or
a portion of which may be accelerated depending on the outcome
of these negotiations.
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|
|
4.0% Convertible Subordinated Notes |
As of March 31, 2006, Quanta had $172.5 million of
4.0% convertible subordinated notes (4.0% Notes)
outstanding. These 4.0% Notes are convertible into shares
of Quantas common stock at a price of $54.53 per
share, subject to adjustment as a result of certain events. The
sale of the notes and the shares issuable upon conversion
thereof were registered by Quanta in a registration statement
filed with the SEC. These 4.0% Notes require semi-annual
interest payments on July 1 and December 31 until the
notes mature on July 1, 2007. Quanta has the option to
redeem some or all of the 4.0% Notes at specified
redemption prices, together with accrued and unpaid interest. If
certain fundamental changes occur, as described in the indenture
under which Quanta issued the 4.0% Notes, holders of the
4.0% Notes may require Quanta to purchase all or part of
the notes at a purchase price equal to 100% of the principal
amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Quanta intends to use
the net proceeds from its offering of 3.75% convertible
subordinated notes described in Note 8, together with
existing cash, to repurchase, through a tender offer, all or a
portion of the 4.0% Notes. Quanta intends to commence the
tender offer for the 4.0% Notes in the near term, but Quanta
cannot be certain that the tender offer will be successful or
that all or any portion of the 4.0% Notes will be tendered for
repurchase. As of March 31, 2006, Quanta had $1.1 million
of deferred financing costs associated with the 4.0% Notes,
the expensing of all or a portion of which may be accelerated
upon repurchase of the 4.0% Notes.
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|
|
4.5% Convertible Subordinated Notes |
As of March 31, 2006, Quanta had $270.0 million of
4.5% convertible subordinated notes (4.5% Notes)
outstanding. These 4.5% Notes are convertible into shares
of Quantas common stock at a price of $11.14 per
share, subject to adjustment as a result of certain events. The
resale of the notes and the shares issuable upon conversion
thereof was registered for the benefit of the holders in a shelf
registration statement filed with the SEC. The 4.5% Notes
require semi-annual interest payments on April 1 and
October 1, until the notes mature on October 1, 2023.
The 4.5% Notes are convertible by the holder
(i) during any fiscal quarter if the last reported sale
price of Quantas common stock is greater than or equal to
120% of the conversion price for at least 20 trading days in the
period of 30 consecutive trading days ending on the first
trading day of such fiscal quarter, (ii) during the five
business day period after any five consecutive trading day
period in which the trading price per note for each day of that
period was less than 98% of the product of the last reported
sale price of Quantas common stock and the conversion
rate, (iii) upon Quanta calling the notes for redemption or
(iv) upon the occurrence of specified corporate
transactions. If the notes become convertible under any of these
circumstances, Quanta has the option to deliver cash, shares of
Quantas common stock or a combination thereof, with the
amount of cash determined in accordance with the terms of the
indenture under which the notes were issued. During the three
months ended March 31, 2006, the market price condition
described in clause (i) above was satisfied, and the notes
are presently convertible at the option of each holder. The
conversion period will expire on June 30, 2006, but may
resume upon the satisfaction of the market condition or other
conditions in future periods.
12
QUANTA SERVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
Beginning October 8, 2008, Quanta may redeem for cash some
or all of the 4.5% Notes at the principal amount thereof
plus accrued and unpaid interest; however early redemption is
prohibited by Quantas credit facility. The holders of the
4.5% Notes may require Quanta to repurchase all or some of
the notes at the principal amount thereof plus accrued and
unpaid interest on October 1, 2008, 2013 or 2018, or upon
the occurrence of a fundamental change, as defined by the
indenture. Quanta must pay any required repurchases on
October 1, 2008 in cash. For all other required
repurchases, Quanta has the option to deliver cash, shares of
its common stock or a combination thereof to satisfy its
repurchase obligation. Quanta presently does not anticipate
using stock to satisfy any future obligations. If Quanta were to
satisfy the obligation with shares of its common stock, the
number of shares delivered will equal the dollar amount to be
paid in common stock divided by 98.5% of the market price of
Quantas common stock, as defined by the indenture. The
number of shares to be issued under this circumstance is not
limited. The right to settle for shares of common stock can be
surrendered by Quanta. The 4.5% Notes carry cross-default
provisions with Quantas other debt instruments exceeding
$10.0 million in borrowings, which includes Quantas
existing credit facility.
Prior to the adoption of SFAS 123(R), effective
January 1, 2006, discussed previously, upon issuance of the
restricted stock, pursuant to the 2001 Stock Incentive Plan, an
unamortized compensation expense equivalent to the market value
of the shares on the date of grant was charged to
stockholders equity as deferred compensation and amortized
over the restriction period as non-cash compensation expense.
Effective with the adoption of SFAS 123(R), deferred
compensation is no longer recorded and the amount recorded as of
December 31, 2005, $6.4 million, has been reversed
against additional paid in capital.
Pursuant to the 2001 Stock Incentive Plan, employees may elect
to satisfy their tax withholding obligations upon vesting of
restricted stock by having Quanta make such tax payments and
withhold a number of vested shares having a value on the date of
vesting equal to their tax withholding obligation. As a result
of such employee elections, during the first quarter of 2006,
Quanta withheld 355,948 shares with a total market value of
$4.9 million, to satisfy the tax withholding obligations,
and these shares were accounted for as treasury stock.
Quanta has aggregated each of its individual operating units
into one reportable segment as a specialty contractor. Quanta
provides comprehensive network solutions to the electric power,
gas, telecommunications and cable television industries,
including designing, installing, repairing and maintaining
network infrastructure. In addition, Quanta provides ancillary
services such as inside electrical wiring, intelligent traffic
networks, cable and control systems for light rail lines,
airports and highways, and specialty rock trenching, directional
boring and road milling for industrial and commercial customers.
Each of these services is provided
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
by various Quanta subsidiaries and discrete financial
information is not provided to management at the service level.
The following table presents information regarding revenues
derived from the industries noted above.
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Three Months Ended | |
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March 31, | |
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| |
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2005 | |
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2006 | |
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| |
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| |
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(In thousands) | |
Electric power and gas network services
|
|
$ |
246,112 |
|
|
$ |
329,685 |
|
Telecommunications and cable television network services
|
|
|
54,347 |
|
|
|
68,601 |
|
Ancillary services
|
|
|
72,046 |
|
|
|
98,208 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
$ |
372,505 |
|
|
$ |
496,494 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Quanta does not have significant operations or long-lived assets
in countries outside of the United States. Quanta derived
$4.8 million and $18.7 million of its revenues from
foreign operations during the three months ended March 31,
2005, and 2006, and property and equipment in the amount of
$3.2 million and $4.7 million are located in foreign
countries as of March 31, 2005 and 2006.
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7. |
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES: |
Quanta is from time to time party to various lawsuits, claims
and other legal proceedings that arise in the ordinary course of
business. These actions typically seek, among other things,
compensation for alleged personal injury, breach of contract
and/or property damages, punitive damages, civil penalties or
other losses, or injunctive or declaratory relief. With respect
to all such lawsuits, claims and proceedings, Quanta records
reserves when it is probable that a liability has been incurred
and the amount of loss can be reasonably estimated. Quanta does
not believe that any of these proceedings, separately or in the
aggregate, would be expected to have a material adverse effect
on Quantas financial position, results of operations or
cash flows.
As of March 31, 2006, Quanta is insured for employers
liability and general liability claims, subject to a deductible
of $1.0 million per occurrence and for auto liability and
workers compensation claims, subject to a deductible of
$2.0 million per occurrence. Quanta also has a non-union
employee health care benefits plan that is subject to a
deductible of $250,000 per claimant per year. Losses are
accrued based upon Quantas estimates of the ultimate
liability for claims incurred and an estimate of claims incurred
but not reported, with assistance from a third-party actuary.
The accruals are based upon known facts and historical trends
and management believes such accruals to be adequate. As of
December 31, 2005 and March 31, 2006, the gross amount
accrued for self-insurance claims totaled $99.5 million and
$102.5 million, with $64.4 million and
$64.1 million considered to be long-term and included in
other non-current liabilities. Related insurance
recoveries/receivables as of December 31, 2005 and
March 31, 2006 were $6.3 million and
$7.6 million, of which $3.3 million and
$2.9 million are included in prepaid expenses and other
current assets and $3.0 million and $4.7 million are
included in other assets, net.
Quantas casualty insurance carrier for the policy periods
from August 1, 2000 to February 28, 2003 is
experiencing financial distress but is currently paying valid
claims. In the event that this insurers financial
situation deteriorates, Quanta may be required to pay certain
obligations that otherwise would have been paid by this insurer.
Quanta estimates that the total future claim amount that this
insurer is currently obligated to pay on Quantas behalf
for the above-mentioned policy periods is approximately
$4.0 million, and Quanta has recorded a receivable and
corresponding liability for such amount as of March 31,
2006. However, Quantas estimate of the potential range of
these future claim amounts is between $3.0 million and
$9.0 million. The actual amounts ultimately paid by Quanta
related to these claims, if any, may vary materially from the
above
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
range and could be impacted by further claims development and
the extent to which the insurer could not honor its obligations.
Quanta continues to monitor the financial situation of this
insurer and analyze any alternative actions that could be
pursued. In any event, Quanta does not expect any failure by
this insurer to honor its obligations to Quanta, or any
alternative actions Quanta may pursue, to have a material
adverse impact on Quantas financial condition; however,
the impact could be material to Quantas results of
operations or cash flows in a given period.
In certain circumstances, Quanta is required to provide
performance bonds in connection with its contractual
commitments. Quanta has indemnified the surety for any expenses
paid out under these performance bonds. As of March 31,
2006, the total amount of outstanding performance bonds was
approximately $533.8 million.
Leases
Quanta leases certain land, buildings and equipment under
non-cancelable lease agreements, including related party leases.
The terms of these agreements vary from lease to lease,
including some with renewal options and escalation clauses. The
following schedule shows the future minimum lease payments under
these leases as of March 31, 2006 (in thousands):
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Operating | |
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|
Leases | |
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|
| |
Year Ending December 31
|
|
|
|
|
2006
|
|
$ |
18,533 |
|
2007
|
|
|
17,905 |
|
2008
|
|
|
15,658 |
|
2009
|
|
|
12,692 |
|
2010
|
|
|
10,424 |
|
Thereafter
|
|
|
10,826 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total minimum lease payments
|
|
$ |
86,038 |
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|
|
|
|
Quanta has guaranteed the residual value on certain of its
equipment operating leases. Quanta guarantees the difference
between this residual value and the fair market value of the
underlying asset at the date of termination of the leases. At
March 31, 2006, the maximum guaranteed residual value was
approximately $93.4 million. Quanta believes that no
significant payments will be made as a result of the difference
between the fair market value of the leased equipment and the
guaranteed residual value. However, there can be no assurance
that future significant payments will not be required.
As of March 31, 2006, Quanta had capital lease obligations
of $0.5 million included within current maturities of
long-term debt.
Employment Agreements
Quanta has entered into various employment agreements with
certain executives which provide for compensation and certain
other benefits and for severance payments under certain
circumstances. In addition, certain employment agreements
contain clauses that become effective upon a change of control
of Quanta. Upon the occurrence of any of the defined events in
the various employment agreements, Quanta will pay certain
amounts to the employee, which vary with the level of the
employees responsibility.
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QUANTA SERVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
Collective Bargaining Agreements
Certain of the subsidiaries are party to various collective
bargaining agreements with certain of their employees. The
agreements require such subsidiaries to pay specified wages and
provide certain benefits to their union employees. These
agreements expire at various times.
Income Tax Audits
Quanta has received federal tax refunds in the amounts of
$38.1 million in 2003 and $30.2 million in 2004 from
the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) due to the carry back of
taxable losses reported on Quantas 2002 and 2003 income
tax returns. The IRS is required by law to review Quantas
refund claims. As a result, Quanta is currently under audit for
tax years 2000 through 2004. Quanta fully cooperates with all
audits, but defends existing positions vigorously. To provide
for potential tax exposures, Quanta maintains an allowance for
tax contingencies, which management believes is adequate. As of
December 31, 2005 and March 31, 2006 the amounts
accrued for tax contingencies totaled $67.5 million and
$70.5 million, with $46.8 and $48.9 million,
considered to be long-term and included in other non-current
liabilities. The results of future audit assessments, if any,
could have a material effect on Quantas cash flows during
the periods in which these audits are settled. However,
management does not believe that any of these matters will have
a material adverse effect on Quantas consolidated results
of operations.
Indemnities
Quanta has indemnified various parties against specified
liabilities that those parties might incur in the future in
connection with Quantas previous acquisitions of certain
companies. These indemnities usually are contingent upon the
other party incurring liabilities that reach specified
thresholds. As of March 31, 2006, Quanta is not aware of
circumstances that would lead to future indemnity claims against
it for material amounts in connection with these transactions.
8. SUBSEQUENT EVENT:
On May 3, 2006, Quanta completed an offering and sale of
$143.8 million aggregate principal amount of 3.75%
convertible subordinated notes due 2026 (3.75% Notes) in a
private placement transaction under Section 4(2) of the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Quanta received net proceeds
of approximately $139.7 million after deducting the
discount to the initial purchasers of the 3.75% Notes and
offering expenses payable by Quanta. Quanta intends to use the
net proceeds from the offering, together with existing cash, to
repurchase, through a tender offer, all or a portion of its
$172.5 million principal amount of 4.0% Notes, which
mature on July 1, 2007 and will otherwise become current
liabilities on July 1, 2006.
The 3.75% Notes mature on April 30, 2026 and bear
interest at the annual rate of 3.75%, payable semi-annually on
April 30 and October 30, commencing on October 30,
2006. Additionally, beginning with the six-month interest period
commencing on April 30, 2010, and for each six-month
interest period thereafter, Quanta will pay contingent interest
during the applicable interest period if the average trading
price of the 3.75% Notes reaches a specified threshold. The
contingent interest payable within any applicable interest
period will equal an annual rate of 0.25% of the average trading
price of the 3.75% Notes during a five trading day
reference period.
The 3.75% Notes are convertible into Quanta common stock,
based on an initial conversion rate of 44.6229 shares of
Quanta common stock per $1,000 principal amount of
3.75% Notes (which is equal to an initial conversion price
of approximately $22.41 per share), subject to adjustment, only
in the following circumstances: (i) during any fiscal
quarter if the closing price of Quantas common stock is
greater than 130% of the conversion price for at least 20
trading days in the period of 30 consecutive trading days ending
on the last trading day of the immediately preceding fiscal
quarter, (ii) upon Quanta calling the 3.75% Notes for
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS (Continued)
redemption, (iii) upon the occurrence of specified
distributions to holders of Quantas common stock or
specified corporate transactions or (iv) at any time on or
after March 1, 2026 until the business day immediately
preceding the maturity date of the 3.75% Notes. If the
3.75% Notes become convertible under any of these
circumstances, Quanta has the option to deliver cash, shares of
Quantas common stock or a combination thereof, with the
amount of cash determined in accordance with the terms of the
indenture under which the notes were issued. The holders of the
3.75% Notes who convert their notes in connection with
certain change in control transactions, as defined in the
indenture, may be entitled to a make whole premium in the form
of an increase in the conversion rate. In the event of a change
in control, in lieu of paying holders a make whole premium, if
applicable, Quanta may elect, in some circumstances, to adjust
the conversion rate and related conversion obligations so that
the 3.75% Notes are convertible into shares of the
acquiring or surviving company.
Beginning on April 30, 2010 until April 30, 2013,
Quanta may redeem for cash all or part of the 3.75% Notes
at a price equal to 100% of the principal amount plus accrued
and unpaid interest, if the closing price of Quantas
common stock reaches a specified threshold. In addition, Quanta
may redeem for cash all or part of the 3.75% Notes at any time
on or after April 30, 2010 at certain redemption prices,
plus accrued and unpaid interest. The holders of the 3.75% Notes
may require Quanta to repurchase all or a part of the notes in
cash on each of April 30, 2013, April 30, 2016 and
April 30, 2021, and in the event of a change in control of
Quanta, as defined in the indenture, at a purchase price equal
to 100% of the principal amount of the 3.75% Notes plus accrued
and unpaid interest. The 3.75% Notes carry cross-default
provisions with Quantas other debt instruments exceeding
$20.0 million in borrowings, which includes Quantas
existing credit facility.
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Item 2. |
Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations. |
The following discussion and analysis of our financial condition
and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our
condensed consolidated financial statements and related notes
included elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on
Form 10-Q and with
our Annual Report on
Form 10-K, which
was filed with the SEC on March 2, 2006 and is available on
the SECs website at www.sec.gov. The discussion below
contains forward-looking statements that are based upon our
current expectations and are subject to uncertainty and changes
in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from
these expectations due to inaccurate assumptions and known or
unknown risks and uncertainties, including those identified in
Uncertainty of Forward-Looking Statements and
Information.
Introduction
We are a leading national provider of specialty contracting
services, offering end-to-end network solutions to the electric
power, gas, telecommunications, cable television and specialty
services industries. We believe that we are the largest
contractor servicing the transmission and distribution sector of
the North American electric utility industry. We derive our
revenues from one reportable segment. Our customers include
electric power, gas, telecommunications and cable television
companies, as well as commercial, industrial and governmental
entities. We had consolidated revenues for the three months
ended March 31, 2006 of approximately $496.5 million,
of which 66% was attributable to electric power and gas
customers, 14% to telecommunications and cable television
customers and 20% to ancillary services, such as inside
electrical wiring, intelligent traffic networks, cable and
control systems for light rail lines, airports and highways, and
specialty rock trenching, directional boring and road milling
for industrial and commercial customers.
Our customers include many of the leading companies in the
industries we serve. We have developed strong strategic
alliances with numerous customers and strive to develop and
maintain our status as a preferred vendor to our customers. We
enter into various types of contracts, including competitive
unit price, hourly rate, cost-plus (or time and materials
basis), and fixed price (or lump sum basis), the final terms and
prices of which we frequently negotiate with the customer.
Although the terms of our contracts vary considerably, most are
made on either a unit price or fixed price basis in which we
agree to do the work for a price per unit of work performed
(unit price) or for a fixed amount for the entire project (fixed
price). We complete a substantial majority of our fixed price
projects within one year, while we frequently provide
maintenance and repair work under open-ended unit price or
cost-plus master service agreements that are renewable annually.
Some of our customers require us to post performance and payment
bonds upon execution of the contract, depending upon the nature
of the work to be performed.
We generally recognize revenue on our unit price and cost-plus
contracts when units are completed or services are performed.
For our fixed price contracts, we typically record revenues as
work on the contract progresses on a
percentage-of-completion
basis. Under this valuation method, revenue is recognized based
on the percentage of total costs incurred to date in proportion
to total estimated costs to complete the contract. Fixed price
contracts generally include retainage provisions under which a
percentage of the contract price is withheld until the project
is complete and has been accepted by our customer.
Seasonality; Fluctuations of Results
Our revenues and results of operations can be subject to
seasonal variations. These variations are influenced by weather,
customer spending patterns, bidding seasons and holidays.
Typically, our revenues are lowest in the first quarter of the
year because cold, snowy or wet conditions cause delays. The
second quarter is typically better than the first, as some
projects begin, but continued cold and wet weather can often
impact second quarter productivity. The third quarter is
typically the best of the year, as a greater number of projects
are underway and weather is more accommodating to work on
projects. Revenues during the fourth quarter of the year are
typically lower than the third quarter but higher than the
second quarter. Many projects are completed in the fourth
quarter and revenues often are impacted positively by customers
seeking to spend their capital budget before the end of the
year; however, the holiday season and inclement weather
sometimes can cause delays.
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Additionally, our industry can be highly cyclical. As a result,
our volume of business may be adversely affected by declines in
new projects in various geographic regions in the United States.
The financial condition of our customers and their access to
capital, variations in the margins of projects performed during
any particular quarter, regional economic conditions, timing of
acquisitions and the timing and magnitude of acquisition
assimilation costs may also materially affect quarterly results.
Accordingly, our operating results in any particular quarter or
year may not be indicative of the results that can be expected
for any other quarter or for any other year. You should read
Outlook and Understanding Gross
Margins for additional discussion of trends and
challenges that may affect our financial condition and results
of operations.
Understanding Gross Margins
Our gross margin is gross profit expressed as a percentage of
revenues. Cost of services consists primarily of salaries, wages
and benefits to employees, depreciation, fuel and other
equipment expenses, equipment rentals, subcontracted services,
insurance, facilities expenses, materials and parts and
supplies. Various factors some controllable, some
not impact our gross margins on a quarterly or
annual basis.
Seasonal and Geographical. As discussed above, seasonal
patterns can have a significant impact on gross margins.
Generally, business is slower in the winter months versus the
warmer months of the year. This can be offset somewhat by
increased demand for electrical service and repair work
resulting from severe weather. In addition, the mix of business
conducted in different parts of the country will affect margins,
as some parts of the country offer the opportunity for higher
gross margins than others.
Weather. Adverse or favorable weather conditions can
impact gross margins in a given period. For example, it is
typical in the first quarter of any fiscal year that parts of
the country may experience snow or rainfall that may negatively
impact our revenue and gross margin. In many cases, projects may
be delayed or temporarily placed on hold due to inclement
weather. Conversely, in periods when weather remains dry and
temperatures are accommodating, more work can be done, sometimes
with less cost, which would have a favorable impact on gross
margins. In some cases, strong storms or hurricanes can provide
us with high margin emergency service restoration work, which
generally has a positive impact on margins.
Revenue Mix. The mix of revenue derived from the
industries we serve will impact gross margins. Changes in our
customers spending patterns in each of the industries we
serve can cause an imbalance in supply and demand and,
therefore, affect margins and mix of revenue by industry served.
Service and Maintenance versus Installation. In general,
installation work has a higher gross margin than maintenance
work. This is because installation work is often obtained on a
fixed price basis which has higher risk than other types of
pricing arrangements. We typically derive approximately 50% of
our revenue from maintenance work, which is performed under
pre-established or negotiated prices or cost-plus pricing
arrangements. Thus, a higher portion of installation work in a
given quarter may result in a higher gross margin.
Subcontract Work. Work that is subcontracted to other
service providers generally has lower gross margins. An increase
in subcontract work in a given period may contribute to a
decrease in gross margin. We typically subcontract approximately
10% 15% of our work to other service providers.
Materials versus Labor. Margins may be lower on projects
on which we furnish materials as material prices are generally
more predictable than labor costs. Consequently, we generally
are not able to mark up materials as much as labor costs. In a
given period, a higher percentage of work that has a higher
materials component may decrease overall gross margin.
Depreciation. We include depreciation in cost of
services. This is common practice in our industry, but can make
comparability to other companies difficult. This must be taken
into consideration when comparing us to other companies.
Insurance. Gross margins could be impacted by
fluctuations in insurance accruals related to our deductibles in
the period in which such adjustments are made. As of
March 31, 2006, we had a deductible of $1.0 million
per occurrence related to employers and general liability
insurance and a deductible of
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$2.0 million per occurrence for automobile liability and
workers compensation insurance. We also have a non-union
employee health care benefit plan that is subject to a
deductible of $250,000 per claimant per year.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, general and administrative expenses consist primarily
of compensation and related benefits to management,
administrative salaries and benefits, marketing, office rent and
utilities, communications, professional fees, bad debt expense,
letter of credit fees and gains and losses on the sale of
property and equipment.
Results of Operations
The following table sets forth selected statements of operations
data and such data as a percentage of revenues for the three
months indicated (dollars in thousands):
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|
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
|
Three Months Ended March 31, | |
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| |
|
|
2005 | |
|
2006 | |
|
|
| |
|
| |
Revenues
|
|
$ |
372,505 |
|
|
|
100.0 |
% |
|
$ |
496,494 |
|
|
|
100.0 |
% |
Cost of services (including depreciation)
|
|
|
336,413 |
|
|
|
90.3 |
|
|
|
437,046 |
|
|
|
88.0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gross profit
|
|
|
36,092 |
|
|
|
9.7 |
|
|
|
59,448 |
|
|
|
12.0 |
|
Selling, general and administrative expenses
|
|
|
42,462 |
|
|
|
11.4 |
|
|
|
42,275 |
|
|
|
8.5 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income (loss) from operations
|
|
|
(6,370 |
) |
|
|
(1.7 |
) |
|
|
17,173 |
|
|
|
3.5 |
|
Interest expense
|
|
|
(6,018 |
) |
|
|
(1.6 |
) |
|
|
(5,884 |
) |
|
|
(1.2 |
) |
Interest income
|
|
|
1,519 |
|
|
|
0.4 |
|
|
|
2,979 |
|
|
|
0.6 |
|
Other income (expense), net
|
|
|
165 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
148 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income (loss) before income taxes
|
|
|
(10,704 |
) |
|
|
(2.9 |
) |
|
|
14,416 |
|
|
|
2.9 |
|
Provision (benefit) for income taxes
|
|
|
(5,576 |
) |
|
|
(1.5 |
) |
|
|
6,558 |
|
|
|
1.3 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net income (loss)
|
|
$ |
(5,128 |
) |
|
|
(1.4 |
)% |
|
$ |
7,858 |
|
|
|
1.6 |
% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Three months ended March 31, 2006
compared to the three months ended March 31, 2005
Revenues. Revenues increased $124.0 million, or
33.3%, to $496.5 million for the three months ended
March 31, 2006, with revenues derived from the electric
power and gas network services industry increasing by
$83.6 million, revenues from the telecommunications and
cable television network services industry increasing by
approximately $14.2 million and revenues from ancillary
services increasing by approximately $26.2 million. The
increase in revenues is a result of a higher volume of work
resulting from the continued improving financial health of many
of our customers, favorable weather conditions in most regions
and greater demand for all of the primary services we offer.
Gross profit. Gross profit increased $23.4 million,
or 64.7%, to $59.4 million for the three months ended
March 31, 2006. As a percentage of revenues, gross margin
increased from 9.7% for the three months ended March 31,
2005 to 12.0% for the three months ended March 31, 2006.
This increase in gross margin resulted primarily from
strengthening market conditions in each of the primary
industries we serve as well as increased productivity in the
first quarter of 2006 due to relatively mild weather, as
compared to the first quarter of 2005, which was negatively
impacted by cost overruns and weather delays on certain projects.
Selling, general and administrative expenses. Selling,
general and administrative expenses remained relatively constant
for the three months ended March 31, 2006 as compared to
the three months ended March 31, 2005, but as a percentage
of revenues, decreased from 11.4% to 8.5%. Although total
expenses remained relatively constant, professional fees
decreased $1.6 million, primarily due to $1.2 million
in consulting fees incurred during the first quarter of 2005
associated with our margin enhancement program, which were not
incurred in the first quarter of 2006, and a $0.4 million
decrease in legal costs. Also, we
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recorded $0.5 million in net gains on sales of property in
the first quarter of 2006 compared to net losses on sales of
property of $0.2 million in last years first quarter.
These decreases were partially offset by $1.9 million in
increased salaries and benefits in the first quarter of 2006
associated with increased personnel, cost of living adjustments
and performance bonus costs.
Interest income. Interest income was $3.0 million
for the quarter ended March 31, 2006, compared to
$1.5 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2005. The
increase is primarily due to higher interest rates and a higher
average cash balance for the quarter ended March 31, 2006
as compared to the quarter ended March 31, 2005.
Provision (benefit) for income taxes. The provision for
income taxes was $6.6 million for the three months ended
March 31, 2006, with an effective tax rate of 45.5%,
compared to a benefit of $5.6 million for the three months
ended March 31, 2005, with an effective tax rate of 52.1%.
The lower estimated annual effective tax rate for 2006 results
from higher projected income for 2006 as compared to projected
income for 2005.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
We anticipate that our cash on hand and short-term investments
(as restated), which totaled $284.8 million as of
March 31, 2006, the availability under our credit facility
and our future cash flow from operations will be sufficient to
enable us to meet our future operating needs, debt service
requirements, including any cash that may be required in
connection with the tender offer for our 4.0% convertible
subordinated notes as described below, and planned capital
expenditures and to ensure our future ability to grow. We began
to invest in variable rate demand notes during the first quarter
of 2006. These instruments have long-term scheduled maturities,
but provide the option to tender to a third-party liquidity
provider at any time with seven days notice and are therefore
classified as short-term investments. Momentum in deployment of
fiber to the premises or initiatives to rebuild the United
States electric power grid may require a significant amount of
additional working capital. However, we feel that we have
adequate cash, short-term investments and availability under our
credit facility to meet such needs. We are also currently
engaged in discussions with respect to a proposed senior secured
revolving credit facility that would amend and restate or
replace our existing credit facility to increase our borrowing
capacity and reduce costs associated with our letters of credit.
As of March 31, 2006, we had cash and cash equivalents (as
restated) of $224.2 million, short-term investments (as
restated) of $60.5 million, working capital of
$579.9 million and long-term debt of $447.0 million,
net of current maturities. Our long-term debt balance at that
date included $442.5 million of convertible subordinated
notes and $4.5 million of other debt. We also had
$144.8 million of letters of credit outstanding under our
credit facility.
During the three months ended March 31, 2006, we used net
cash for operating activities in the amount of
$9.4 million. Cash flow from operations is primarily
influenced by demand for our services, operating margins and the
type of services we provide. Revenues for the last month of the
first quarter of 2006 were higher than revenues for the last
month of the fourth quarter of 2005, which contributed to an
increase in accounts receivable and costs and estimated earnings
in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts as of
March 31, 2006 compared to December 31, 2005. A
significant portion of the increase in accounts receivable
relates to unbilled receivables, or balances in which the
earnings process is complete but are not yet billable to the
customer. In addition, the timing of cash collections, as
compared to the requirements for payroll and other liabilities
has led to the negative cash flow from operations for the three
months ended March 31, 2006. In accordance with the
adoption of SFAS No. 123(R), as discussed in
Note 2 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements,
the tax benefit from stock-based equity awards is recorded as an
outflow of cash from operations. For the three months ended
March 31, 2006, a $4.4 million tax benefit from
stock-based equity awards contributed to our negative cash flows
from operations. We used net cash in investing activities (as
restated) of $72.5 million, including $60.5 million in
purchases of short-term investments, $13.6 million
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used for capital expenditures, offset by $1.6 million of
proceeds from the sale of equipment. Financing activities
provided net cash flow of $1.9 million, resulting primarily
from a $4.4 million tax benefit from stock-based equity
awards, offset by a $3.0 million repayment under the term
loan portion of the credit facility in order to be able to issue
additional letters of credit.
Debt Instruments
Credit Facility
As of March 31, 2006, we had a $182.0 million credit
facility with various lenders. The credit facility consisted of
a $147.0 million letter of credit facility maturing on
June 19, 2008, which also provides for term loans, and a
$35.0 million revolving credit facility maturing on
December 19, 2007, which provides for revolving loans and
letters of credit. The maximum availability under the letter of
credit facility will be automatically reduced by
$1.5 million on December 31 of each year until
maturity.
As of March 31, 2006, we were required to maintain total
borrowings outstanding under the letter of credit facility equal
to the $147.0 million available through a combination of
letters of credit or term loans. We had approximately
$141.6 million of letters of credit issued under the letter
of credit facility and $4.5 million of the letter of credit
facility outstanding as a term loan. The remaining
$0.9 million was available for issuing new letters of
credit. In the event that we desire to issue additional letters
of credit under the letter of credit facility, we are required
to make cash repayments of debt outstanding under the term loan
portion of the letter of credit facility in an amount that
approximates the additional letters of credit to be issued.
Under the letter of credit facility, we are subject to a fee of
either 3.00% or 3.25% of the letters of credit outstanding,
depending upon the occurrence of certain events, plus an
additional 0.15% of the amount outstanding to the extent the
funds in the deposit account linked to the letter of credit
facility do not earn interest equal to the London Interbank
Offering Rate (LIBOR). Term loans under the letter of credit
facility bear interest at a rate equal to either the Eurodollar
Rate (as defined in the credit facility) or the Base Rate (as
described below), in each case plus 3.00% or 3.25% depending
upon the occurrence of certain events. The Base Rate equals the
higher of (i) the Federal Funds Rate (as defined in the
credit facility) plus 1/2 of 1% and (ii) the banks
prime rate. The weighted average interest rate for the three
months ended March 31, 2005 and 2006 associated with
amounts under the term loan was 5.58% and 7.50%.
As of March 31, 2006, we had approximately
$3.2 million of letters of credit issued under the
revolving credit facility, and borrowing availability of
$31.8 million under the revolving credit facility. Amounts
borrowed under the revolving credit facility bear interest at
our option at a rate equal to either (a) the Eurodollar
Rate plus 1.75% to 3.00%, as determined by the ratio of our
total funded debt to EBITDA, or (b) the Base Rate plus
0.25% to 1.50%, as determined by the ratio of our total funded
debt to EBITDA. Letters of credit issued under the revolving
credit facility are subject to a letter of credit fee of 1.75%
to 3.00%, based on the ratio of our total funded debt to EBITDA.
If we choose to cash collateralize letters of credit issued
under the revolving credit facility, those letters of credit
will be subject to a letter of credit fee of 0.50%. We are also
subject to a commitment fee of 0.375% to 0.625%, based on the
ratio of our total funded debt to EBITDA, on any unused
availability under the revolving credit facility. For purposes
of calculating the foregoing ratios, our total funded debt is
reduced by all cash and cash equivalents held by us in excess of
$25.0 million.
The credit facility contains certain covenants, including a
maximum funded debt to EBITDA ratio, a maximum senior debt to
EBITDA ratio, a minimum interest coverage ratio, a minimum asset
coverage ratio and a minimum consolidated net worth covenant, in
each case as specified in the credit facility. For purposes of
calculating the maximum funded debt to EBITDA ratio and the
maximum senior debt to EBITDA ratio, our maximum funded debt and
maximum senior debt are reduced by all cash and cash equivalents
(as defined in the credit facility) held by us in excess of
$25.0 million. As of March 31, 2006, we were in
compliance with all of our covenants. However, conditions such
as, but not limited to, unforeseen project delays or
cancellations, adverse weather conditions or poor contract
performance, could adversely affect our ability to comply with
its covenants in the future. The credit facility also limits
acquisitions, capital expenditures and asset sales and, subject
to certain exceptions, prohibits liens on material assets. The
credit facility also includes
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limits on the payment of dividends and stock repurchase
programs, which for 2006 and in any fiscal year thereafter is an
annual aggregate amount up to 25% of our consolidated net income
(plus the amount of non-cash charges that reduced such
consolidated net income) for the prior fiscal year. These limits
were increased by the amendment to the credit facility on
April 26, 2006, which is described below. The credit
facility does not limit dividend payments or other distributions
payable solely in capital stock. The credit facility carries
cross-default provisions with all of our other debt instruments
exceeding $2.0 million in borrowings and our continuing
indemnity and security agreement with our surety.
The credit facility is secured by a pledge of all of the capital
stock of our U.S. subsidiaries, 65% of the capital stock of
our foreign subsidiaries and substantially all of our assets.
Borrowings under the credit facility are to be used for working
capital, capital expenditures and for other general corporate
purposes. Our U.S. subsidiaries guarantee the repayment of
all amounts due under the credit facility. Our obligations under
the credit facility constitute designated senior indebtedness
under our 4.0% and 4.5% convertible subordinated notes.
On April 26, 2006, we amended our credit facility to, among
other things, permit the issuance of our 3.75% convertible
subordinated notes as described below, permit us to repurchase
or redeem any or all of our outstanding $172.5 million
principal amount of 4.0% convertible subordinated notes prior to
their maturity on July 1, 2007, and permit us to pay dividends
and repurchase shares of our common stock in an aggregate amount
of up to $75.0 million, in addition to dividends and stock
repurchases previously permitted in an aggregate amount of up to
25% of our consolidated net income for the prior fiscal year.
We are currently engaged in discussions with respect to a
proposed $225.0 million senior secured revolving credit
facility that would amend and restate or replace our existing
credit facility and would reduce interest rates and costs
associated with letters of credit, while increasing borrowing
capacity and improving flexibility. As of March 31, 2006,
we had $2.8 million in deferred financing costs associated
with our existing credit facility, the expensing of all or a
portion of which may be accelerated depending on the outcome of
these negotiations.
4.0% Convertible Subordinated
Notes
As of March 31, 2006, we had $172.5 million of
4.0% convertible subordinated notes (4.0% Notes)
outstanding. These 4.0% Notes are convertible into shares
of our common stock at a price of $54.53 per share, subject
to adjustment as a result of certain events. The sale of the
notes and the shares issuable upon conversion thereof were
registered by us in a registration statement filed with the SEC.
These 4.0% Notes require semi-annual interest payments on
July 1 and December 31 until the notes mature on
July 1, 2007. We have the option to redeem some or all of
the 4.0% Notes at specified redemption prices, together
with accrued and unpaid interest. If certain fundamental changes
occur, as described in the indenture under which we issued the
4.0% Notes, holders of the 4.0% Notes may require us to
purchase all or part of their notes at a purchase price equal to
100% of the principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest.
We intend to use the net proceeds from our offering of
3.75% convertible subordinated notes, described below,
together with existing cash, to repurchase, through a tender
offer, all or a portion of the 4.0% Notes. We intend to
commence the tender offer for the 4.0% Notes in the near term,
but we cannot be certain that the tender offer will be
successful or that all or any portion of the 4.0% Notes will be
tendered for repurchase. As of March 31, 2006, we had
$1.1 million of deferred financing costs associated with
our 4.0% Notes, the expensing of all or a portion of which
may be accelerated upon a repurchase of our 4.0% Notes.
The tender offer for our 4.0% Notes will be made solely by, and
subject to, the terms and conditions set forth in a
Schedule TO (including an offer to purchase, related letter
of transmittal and other tender offer documents) that will be
filed with the SEC. The Schedule TO will contain important
information and should be read carefully before any decision is
made with respect to the tender offer. Once the Schedule TO
and other documents are filed with the SEC, they will be
available free of charge on the SECs website at
www.sec.gov, on our website at www.quantaservices.com or by
contacting our Corporate Secretary at (713) 629-7600.
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4.5% Convertible Subordinated
Notes
As of March 31, 2006, we had $270.0 million of
4.5% convertible subordinated notes (4.5% Notes)
outstanding. These 4.5% Notes are convertible into shares
of our common stock at a price of $11.14 per share, subject
to adjustment as a result of certain events. The resale of the
notes and the shares issuable upon conversion thereof was
registered for the benefit of the holders in a shelf
registration statement filed with the SEC. The 4.5% Notes
require semi-annual interest payments on April 1 and
October 1 until the notes mature on October 1, 2023.
The 4.5% Notes are convertible by the holder
(i) during any fiscal quarter if the last reported sale
price of our common stock is greater than or equal to 120% of
the conversion price for at least 20 trading days in the period
of 30 consecutive trading days ending on the first trading day
of such fiscal quarter, (ii) during the five business day
period after any five consecutive trading day period in which
the trading price per note for each day of that period was less
than 98% of the product of the last reported sale price of our
common stock and the conversion rate, (iii) upon us calling
the notes for redemption or (iv) upon the occurrence of
specified corporate transactions. If the notes become
convertible under any of these circumstances, we have the option
to deliver cash, shares of our common stock or a combination
thereof, with the amount of cash determined in accordance with
the terms of the indenture under which the notes were issued.
During the first quarter of 2006, the market price condition
described in clause (i) above was satisfied, and the notes
are presently convertible at the option of each holder. The
conversion period will expire on June 30, 2006, but may
resume upon the satisfaction of the market condition or other
conditions in future periods.
Beginning October 8, 2008, we can redeem for cash some or
all of the 4.5% Notes at the principal amount thereof plus
accrued and unpaid interest; however, early redemption is
prohibited by our credit facility. The holders of the
4.5% Notes may require us to repurchase all or some of
their notes at the principal amount thereof plus accrued and
unpaid interest on October 1, 2008, 2013 or 2018, or upon
the occurrence of a fundamental change, as defined by the
indenture under which we issued the notes. We must pay any
required repurchase on October 1, 2008 in cash. For all
other required repurchases, we have the option to deliver cash,
shares of our common stock or a combination thereof to satisfy
our repurchase obligation. We presently do not anticipate using
stock to satisfy any future repurchase obligations. If we were
to satisfy the obligation with shares of our common stock, the
number of shares delivered would equal the dollar amount to be
paid in common stock divided by 98.5% of the market price of our
common stock, as defined by the indenture. The number of shares
to be issued under this circumstance is not limited. The right
to settle for shares of common stock can be surrendered by us.
The 4.5% Notes carry cross-default provisions with our
other debt instruments exceeding $10.0 million in
borrowings, which includes our existing credit facility.
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3.75% Convertible Subordinated Notes |
On May 3, 2006, we completed an offering and sale of
$143.8 million aggregate principal amount of 3.75%
convertible subordinated notes due 2026 (3.75% Notes) in a
private placement transaction under Section 4(2) of the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended. We received net proceeds of
approximately $139.7 million after deducting the discount
to the initial purchasers of the 3.75% Notes and the offering
expenses payable by us. We intend to use the net proceeds from
the offering, together with existing cash, to repurchase,
through a tender offer, all or a portion of our
$172.5 million principal amount of 4.0% Notes, which mature
on July 1, 2007 and will otherwise become current
liabilities on July 1, 2006.
The 3.75% Notes mature on April 30, 2026 and bear interest
at the annual rate of 3.75%, payable semi-annually on April 30
and October 30, commencing on October 30, 2006.
Additionally, beginning with the six-month interest period
commencing on April 30, 2010, and for each six-month
interest period thereafter, we will pay contingent interest
during the applicable interest period if the average trading
price of the 3.75% Notes reaches a specified threshold. The
contingent interest payable within any applicable interest
period will equal an annual rate of 0.25% of the average trading
price of the 3.75% Notes during a five trading day reference
period.
The 3.75% Notes are convertible into our common stock, based on
an initial conversion rate of 44.6229 shares of our common
stock per $1,000 principal amount of 3.75% Notes (which is equal
to an initial
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conversion price of approximately $22.41 per share), subject to
adjustment, only in the following circumstances: (i) during
any fiscal quarter if the closing price of our common stock is
greater than 130% of the conversion price for at least 20
trading days in the period of 30 consecutive trading days ending
on the last trading day of the immediately preceding fiscal
quarter, (ii) upon our calling the 3.75% Notes for
redemption, (iii) upon the occurrence of specified
distributions to holders of our common stock or specified
corporate transactions or (iv) at any time on or after
March 1, 2026 until the business day immediately preceding
the maturity date of the 3.75% Notes. If the 3.75% Notes become
convertible under any of these circumstances, we have the option
to deliver cash, shares of our common stock or a combination
thereof, with the amount of cash determined in accordance with
the terms of the indenture under which the notes were issued.
The holders of the 3.75% Notes who convert their notes in
connection with certain change in control transactions, as
defined in the indenture, may be entitled to a make whole
premium in the form of an increase in the conversion rate. In
the event of a change in control, in lieu of paying holders a
make whole premium, if applicable, we may elect, in some
circumstances, to adjust the conversion rate and related
conversion obligations so that the 3.75% Notes are convertible
into shares of the acquiring or surviving company.
Beginning on April 30, 2010 until April 30, 2013, we
may redeem for cash all or part of the 3.75% Notes at a price
equal to 100% of the principal amount plus accrued and unpaid
interest, if the closing price of our common stock reaches a
specified threshold. In addition, we may redeem for cash all or
part of the 3.75% Notes at any time on or after April 30,
2010 at certain redemption prices, plus accrued and unpaid
interest. However, early redemption is prohibited by our credit
facility. The holders of the 3.75% Notes may require us to
repurchase all or a part of the notes in cash on each of
April 30, 2013, April 30, 2016 and April 30,
2021, and in the event of a change in control, as defined in the
indenture, at a purchase price equal to 100% of the principal
amount of the 3.75% Notes plus accrued and unpaid interest. The
3.75% Notes carry cross-default provisions with our other debt
instruments exceeding $20.0 million in borrowings, which
includes our existing credit facility.
Off-Balance Sheet Transactions
As is common in our industry, we have entered into certain
off-balance sheet arrangements in the ordinary course of
business that result in risks not directly reflected in our
balance sheets. Our significant off-balance sheet transactions
include liabilities associated with non-cancelable operating
leases, letter of credit obligations and surety guarantees. We
have not engaged in any off-balance sheet financing arrangements
through special purpose entities.
Leases
We enter into non-cancelable operating leases for many of our
facility, vehicle and equipment needs. These leases allow us to
conserve cash by paying a monthly lease rental fee for use of
facilities, vehicles and equipment rather than purchasing them.
We may decide to cancel or terminate a lease before the end of
its term, in which case we are typically liable to the lessor
for the remaining lease payments under the term of the lease.
We have guaranteed the residual value of the underlying assets
under certain of our equipment operating leases at the date of
termination of such leases. We have agreed to pay any difference
between this residual value and the fair market value of each
underlying asset as of the lease termination date. As of
March 31, 2006, the maximum guaranteed residual value was
approximately $93.4 million. We believe that no significant
payments will be made as a result of the difference between the
fair market value of the leased equipment and the guaranteed
residual value. However, there can be no assurance that future
significant payments will not be required.
Letters of Credit
Certain of our vendors require letters of credit to ensure
reimbursement for amounts they are disbursing on our behalf,
such as to beneficiaries under our self-funded insurance
programs. In addition, from time to time some customers require
us to post letters of credit to ensure payment to our
subcontractors and vendors
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under those contracts and to guarantee performance under our
contracts. Such letters of credit are generally issued by a bank
or similar financial institution. The letter of credit commits
the issuer to pay specified amounts to the holder of the letter
of credit if the holder demonstrates that we have failed to
perform specified actions. If this were to occur, we would be
required to reimburse the issuer of the letter of credit.
Depending on the circumstances of such a reimbursement, we may
also have to record a charge to earnings for the reimbursement.
We do not believe that it is likely that any claims will be made
under a letter of credit in the foreseeable future.
As of March 31, 2006, we had $144.8 million in letters
of credit outstanding under our credit facility primarily to
secure obligations under our casualty insurance program. These
are irrevocable stand-by letters of credit with maturities
expiring at various times throughout 2006. Upon maturity, it is
expected that the majority of these letters of credit will be
renewed for subsequent one-year periods. Subsequent to
March 31, 2006, we received releases of $20.4 million
in letters of credit, net of issuances, primarily related to our
casualty insurance program.
Performance Bonds
Many customers, particularly in connection with new
construction, require us to post performance and payment bonds
issued by a financial institution known as a surety. These bonds
provide a guarantee to the customer that we will perform under
the terms of a contract and that we will pay subcontractors and
vendors. If we fail to perform under a contract or to pay
subcontractors and vendors, the customer may demand that the
surety make payments or provide services under the bond. We must
reimburse the surety for any expenses or outlays it incurs.
Under our continuing indemnity and security agreement with the
surety, we have posted letters of credit in the amount of
$15.0 million in favor of the surety and, with the consent
of our lenders under our credit facility, we have granted
security interests in certain of our assets to collateralize our
obligations to the surety. We may be required to post additional
letters of credit or other collateral in favor of the surety or
our customers in the future. Posting letters of credit in favor
of the surety or our customers also will reduce the borrowing
availability under our credit facility. To date, we have not
been required to make any reimbursements to the surety for
bond-related costs. We believe that it is unlikely that we will
have to fund significant claims under our surety arrangements in
the foreseeable future. As of March 31, 2006, an aggregate
of approximately $533.8 million in original face amount of
bonds issued by the surety were outstanding. Our estimated cost
to complete these bonded projects was approximately
$145.6 million as of March 31, 2006.
Contractual Obligations
As of March 31, 2006, our future contractual obligations
are as follows (in thousands):
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Total | |
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2006 | |
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2007 | |
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2008 | |
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2009 | |
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2010 | |
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Long-term debt principal
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$ |
448,781 |
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$ |
1,715 |
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$ |
172,566 |
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$ |
274,500 |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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Long-term debt interest
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39,000 |
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14,287 |
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15,600 |
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9,113 |
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Capital lease obligations, including interest
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514 |
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514 |
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Operating lease obligations
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86,038 |
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18,533 |
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17,905 |
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15,658 |
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12,692 |
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10,424 |
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10,826 |
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Total
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$ |
574,333 |
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$ |
35,049 |
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$ |
206,071 |
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$ |
299,271 |
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$ |
12,692 |
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$ |
10,424 |
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$ |
10,826 |
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Excluded from the above table is interest associated with
borrowings under the credit facility because both the amount
borrowed and applicable interest rate are variable. The
principal amount borrowed under the credit facility included in
the above table is $4.5 million due in 2008, which bears
interest at a rate of 7.50% as of March 31, 2006. In
addition, our multi-employer pension plan contributions are
determined annually based on our union employee payrolls, which
cannot be determined for future periods in advance.
We intend to use the net proceeds from our offering of 3.75%
Notes as described elsewhere herein, together with existing
cash, to repurchase, through a tender offer, all or a portion of
our 4.0% Notes prior to their maturity on July 1, 2007.
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Concentration of Credit Risk
We grant credit under normal payment terms, generally without
collateral, to our customers, which include electric power and
gas companies, telecommunications and cable television system
operators, governmental entities, general contractors, and
builders, owners and managers of commercial and industrial
properties located primarily in the United States. Consequently,
we are subject to potential credit risk related to changes in
business and economic factors throughout the United States.
However, we generally have certain statutory lien rights with
respect to services provided. Under certain circumstances such
as foreclosures or negotiated settlements, we may take title to
the underlying assets in lieu of cash in settlement of
receivables. As previously discussed herein, our customers have
experienced significant financial difficulties. These economic
conditions expose us to increased risk related to collectibility
of receivables for services we have performed. No customer
accounted for more than 10% of accounts receivable or revenues
as of March 31, 2006.
Litigation
We are from time to time party to various lawsuits, claims and
other legal proceedings that arise in the ordinary course of
business. These actions typically seek, among other things,
compensation for alleged personal injury, breach of contract
and/or, property damages, punitive damages, civil penalties or
other losses, or injunctive or declaratory relief. With respect
to all such lawsuits, claims and proceedings, we record reserves
when it is probable that a liability has been incurred and the
amount of loss can be reasonably estimated. We do not believe
that any of these proceedings, separately or in the aggregate,
would be expected to have a material adverse effect on our
financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
Related Party Transactions
In the normal course of business, we enter into transactions
from time to time with related parties. These transactions
typically take the form of facility leases with prior owners of
certain acquired companies.
Critical Accounting Policies
The discussion and analysis of our financial condition and
results of operations are based on our consolidated financial
statements, which have been prepared in accordance with
accounting principles generally accepted in the United States.
The preparation of these consolidated financial statements
requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the
reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosures of
contingent assets and liabilities known to exist at the date of
the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts
of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. We
evaluate our estimates on an ongoing basis, based on historical
experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to
be reasonable under the circumstances. There can be no assurance
that actual results will not differ from those estimates.
Management has reviewed its development and selection of
critical accounting estimates with the audit committee of our
board of directors. We believe the following accounting policies
affect our more significant judgments and estimates used in the
preparation of our consolidated financial statements:
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Revenue Recognition. We recognize revenue when services
are performed except when work is being performed under a fixed
price contract. Revenues from fixed price contracts are
recognized using the percentage-of-completion method, measured
by the percentage of costs incurred to date to total estimated
costs for each contract. Such contracts generally provide that
the customer accept completion of progress to date and
compensate us for services rendered, measured typically in terms
of units installed, hours expended or some other measure of
progress. Contract costs typically include all direct material,
labor and subcontract costs and those indirect costs related to
contract performance, such as indirect labor, supplies, tools,
repairs and depreciation costs. Provisions for the total
estimated losses on uncompleted contracts are made in the period
in which such losses are determined. Changes in job performance,
job conditions, estimated profitability and final contract
settlements may result in revisions to costs and income and
their effects are recognized in the period in which the
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Self-Insurance. We are insured for employers
liability and general liability claims, subject to a deductible
of $1.0 million per occurrence, and for auto liability and
workers compensation subject to a deductible of
$2.0 million per occurrence. We also have a non-union
employee health care benefit plan that is subject to a
deductible of $250,000 per claimant per year. Losses are accrued
based upon our estimates of the ultimate liability for claims
incurred and an estimate of claims incurred but not reported,
with assistance from a third-party actuary. However, insurance
liabilities are difficult to assess and estimate due to unknown
factors, including the severity of an injury, the determination
of our liability in proportion to other parties, the number of
incidents not reported and the effectiveness of our safety
program. The accruals are based upon known facts and historical
trends and management believes such accruals to be adequate. |
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Our casualty insurance carrier for the policy periods from
August 1, 2000 to February 28, 2003 has been
experiencing financial distress but is currently paying valid
claims. In the event that this insurers financial
situation further deteriorates, we may be required to pay
certain obligations that otherwise would have been paid by this
insurer. We estimate that the total future claim amount that
this insurer is currently obligated to pay on our behalf for the
above mentioned policy periods is approximately
$4.0 million; however, our estimate of the potential range
of these future claim amounts is between $3.0 million and
$9.0 million. The actual amounts ultimately paid by us in
connection with such claims, if any, may vary materially from
the above range and could be impacted by further claims
development and the extent to which the insurer could not honor
its obligations. In any event, we do not expect any failure by
this insurer to honor its obligations to us to have a material
adverse impact on our financial condition; however, the impact
could be material to our results of operations or cash flow in a
given period. We continue to monitor the financial situation of
this insurer and analyze any alternative actions that could be
pursued. |
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Valuation of Intangibles and Long-Lived Assets.
SFAS No. 142 provides that goodwill and other
intangible assets that have indefinite useful lives not be
amortized but, instead, must be tested at least annually for
impairment, and intangible assets that have finite useful lives
should continue to be amortized over their useful lives.
SFAS No. 142 also provides specific guidance for
testing goodwill and other nonamortized intangible assets for
impairment. SFAS No. 142 does not allow increases in
the carrying value of reporting units that may result from our
impairment test; therefore, we may record goodwill impairments
in the future, even when the aggregate fair value of our
reporting units and the company as a whole may increase.
Goodwill of a reporting unit will be tested for impairment
between annual tests if an event occurs or circumstances change
that would more likely than not reduce the fair value of a
reporting unit below its carrying amount. Examples of such
events or circumstances may include a significant change in
business climate or a loss of key personnel, among others.
SFAS No. 142 requires that management make certain
estimates and assumptions in order to allocate goodwill to
reporting units and to determine the fair value of reporting
unit net assets and liabilities, including, among other things,
an assessment of market conditions, projected cash flows, cost
of capital and growth rates, which could significantly impact
the reported value of goodwill and other intangible assets.
Estimating future cash flows requires significant judgment, and
our projections may vary from cash flows eventually realized. |
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We review long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or
changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may
not be realizable. If an evaluation is required, the estimated
future undiscounted cash flows associated with the asset are
compared to the assets carrying amount to determine if an
impairment of such asset is necessary. Estimating future cash
flows requires significant judgment, and our projections may
vary from cash flows eventually realized. The effect of any
impairment would be to expense the difference between the fair
value of such asset and its carrying value. In addition, we
estimate the useful lives of our long-lived assets and other
intangibles. We periodically review factors to determine whether
these lives are appropriate. Net gains or losses from the sale
of property and equipment are reflected in Selling, General and
Administrative Expenses. |
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and Provision for Doubtful Accounts. We provide an allowance
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considered doubtful. Inherent in the assessment of the allowance
for doubtful accounts are certain judgments and estimates
relating to, among others, our customers access to
capital, our customers willingness or ability to pay,
general economic conditions and the ongoing relationship with
the customer. Certain of our customers, several of them large
public telecommunications carriers and utility customers, have
experienced financial difficulties. Should any major customers
continue to experience difficulties or file for bankruptcy, or
should anticipated recoveries relating to the receivables in
existing bankruptcies and other workout situations fail to
materialize, we could experience reduced cash flows and losses
in excess of current reserves. In addition, material changes in
our customers revenues or cash flows could affect our
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Income Taxes. We follow the liability method of
accounting for income taxes in accordance with
SFAS No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes.
Under this method, deferred assets and liabilities are recorded
for future tax consequences of temporary differences between the
financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities, and
are measured using the enacted tax rates and laws that are
expected to be in effect when the underlying assets or
liabilities are recovered or settled. |
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We regularly evaluate valuation allowances established for
deferred tax assets for which future realization is uncertain
and we maintain an allowance for tax contingencies that we
believe is adequate. The estimation of required valuation
allowances includes estimates of future taxable income. The
ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon
the generation of future taxable income during the periods in
which those temporary differences become deductible. We consider
projected future taxable income and tax planning strategies in
making this assessment. If actual future taxable income differs
from our estimates, we may not realize deferred tax assets to
the extent we have estimated. |
Outlook
The following statements are based on current expectations.
These statements are forward-looking, and actual results may
differ materially.
Utilities across the country are regaining their financial
health and, we believe, are making plans to increase spending on
their transmission and distribution systems. As a result, we
anticipate more extensive pole change outs, line upgrades and
maintenance projects on many systems over the next several
quarters. Further, the recently enacted Energy Policy Act of
2005 requires the power industry to meet federal reliability
standards for their transmission and distribution systems and
provides further incentives to the industry to invest in and
improve maintenance on their systems. While this Act is likely
to stimulate spending by our customers, we do not expect to
begin to realize substantial benefits of this spending for at
least twelve to twenty-four months.
We are beginning to see indications of improvement for the
telecommunications industry. There are several
telecommunications initiatives currently in discussion and
underway by several wireline carriers and government
organizations that could provide us with pockets of opportunity
in the future, particularly from fiber to the premises (FTTP)
and fiber to the node (FTTN) initiatives. Such initiatives have
been announced by Verizon and SBC (now AT&T), and
municipalities and other government jurisdictions have also
become active in these initiatives.
We believe the impact of mergers within the wireless industry on
these customers has begun to lessen. As a result, we anticipate
increased spending by these customers on their networks. In
addition, several wireless companies have announced plans to
increase their cell site deployment plans over the next year,
including the expansion of third generation technology.
Spending in the cable television industry remains flat. However,
with several telecommunications companies increasing the pace of
their FTTP and FTTN projects that will enable them to offer TV
services via fiber to their customers, such initiatives could
serve as a catalyst for the cable industry to begin a new
network upgrade cycle to expand its service offerings in an
effort to retain and attract customers.
With the stabilization of several of our markets and our margin
enhancement initiatives, we have begun to see our gross margins
generally improve as well. While operating conditions are still
challenging, we are also
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beginning to see some opportunity for margins to improve, but
they are not expected to return to historical levels in the near
term. To the extent that our primary markets remain stable or
begin to improve, margins should continue to gradually improve.
We continue to focus on the elements of the business we can
control, including cost control, the margins we accept on
projects, collecting receivables, ensuring quality service and
rightsizing initiatives to match the markets we serve. These
initiatives include aligning our workforce with our current
revenue base, evaluating opportunities to reduce the number of
field offices and evaluating our non-core assets for potential
sale. Such initiatives could result in future charges related
to, among others, severance, facilities shutdown and
consolidation, property disposal and other exit costs.
Capital expenditures in 2006 are expected to be approximately
$60.0 million. A majority of the expenditures will be for
operating equipment. We expect expenditures for 2006 to be
funded substantially through internal cash flows and, to the
extent necessary, from cash on hand.
We believe that we are adequately positioned to capitalize upon
opportunities in the industries we serve because of our proven
full-service operating units with broad geographic reach,
financial capability and technical expertise.
Uncertainty of Forward-Looking Statements and Information
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q includes statements
reflecting assumptions, expectations, projections, intentions or
beliefs about future events that are intended as
forward-looking statements under the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these
statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to
historical or current facts. They use words such as
anticipate, estimate,
project, forecast, may,
will, should, could,
expect, believe and other words of
similar meaning. In particular, these include, but are not
limited to, statements relating to the following:
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Expectations regarding capital expenditures; |
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The effects of competition in our markets; |
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The benefits of the Energy Policy Act of 2005; |
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The current economic condition in the industries we serve; |
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Our ability to achieve cost savings; |
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The effects of any acquisitions and divestitures we may make; |
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The amount and use of proceeds from our offering of our 3.75%
Notes, and our intent to use the proceeds to commence a tender
offer for our 4.0% Notes; and |
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Our ability to consummate the amendment and restatement or
replacement of our existing credit facility and any resulting
reduction in costs associated with our letters of credit or
increase in borrowing capacity resulting from any such
refinancing. |
Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future
performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties, and
assumptions that are difficult to predict. We have based our
forward-looking statements on our managements beliefs and
assumptions based on information available to our management at
the time the statements are made. We caution you that actual
outcomes and results may differ materially from what is
expressed, implied, or forecast by our forward-looking
statements and that any or all of our forward-looking statements
may turn out to be wrong. They can be affected by inaccurate
assumptions and by known or unknown risks and uncertainties,
including the following:
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Our ability to effectively compete for market share; |
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Beliefs and assumptions about the collectibility of receivables; |
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The inability of our customers to pay for services following a
bankruptcy or other financial difficulty; |
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The financial distress of our casualty insurance carrier that
may require payment for losses that would otherwise be insured; |
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Liabilities for claims that are self-insured or for claims that
our casualty insurance carrier fails to pay; |
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Potential liabilities relating to occupational health and safety
matters; |
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Estimates relating to our use of percentage-of-completion
accounting; |
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Our dependence on fixed price contracts; |
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Rapid technological and structural changes that could reduce the
demand for the services we provide; |
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Our ability to obtain performance bonds; |
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Cancellation provisions within our contracts and the risk that
contracts expire and are not renewed or are replaced on less
favorable terms; |
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Our ability to effectively integrate the operations of
businesses acquired; |
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Retention of key personnel and qualified employees; |
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The impact of our unionized workforce on our operations and on
our ability to complete future acquisitions; |
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Our ability to attract skilled labor and the potential shortage
of skilled employees; |
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Our growth outpacing our infrastructure; |
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Risks associated with expanding our business in international
markets; |
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Potential exposure to environmental liabilities; |
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Requirements relating to governmental regulation; |
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Our ability to continue to meet the requirements of the
Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002; |
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The cost of borrowing, availability of credit, debt covenant
compliance and other factors affecting our financing activities; |
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Our ability to generate internal growth; |
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Our ability to successfully identify and complete acquisitions; |
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The adverse impact of goodwill impairments; |
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The potential conversion of our 4.5% Notes into cash and/or
common stock; |
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Risks relating to our proposed tender offer for the repurchase
of our 4.0% Notes, including, but not limited to, the
uncertainty that the tender offer will be successful, that all
or any portions of the notes will be tendered or repurchased and
the price at which the tender offer will occur; and |
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The other risks and uncertainties as are described under
Risk Factors in our
Form 10-K for the
fiscal year ending December 31, 2005 and as may be detailed
from time to time in our other public filings with the SEC. |
All of our forward-looking statements, whether written or oral,
are expressly qualified by these cautionary statements and any
other cautionary statements that may accompany such
forward-looking statements or that
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are otherwise included in this report. In addition, we do not
undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking
statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of
this report.
Item 4. Controls and
Procedures.
Our management evaluated, with the participation of our Chairman
and Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, the
effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures, as of
March 31, 2006. Based on their evaluation, our Chairman and
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded
that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of
March 31, 2006.
Our management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Officer, does not expect that our disclosure controls
or our internal control over financial reporting will prevent or
detect all errors and all fraud. A control system, no matter how
well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable, not
absolute, assurance that the control systems objectives
will be met. The design of a control system must reflect the
fact that there are resource constraints, and the benefits of
controls must be considered relative to their costs. Further,
because of the inherent limitations in all control systems, no
evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that
misstatements due to error or fraud will not occur or that all
control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within the
company have been detected. These inherent limitations include
the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty
and breakdowns can occur because of simple errors or mistakes.
Controls can be circumvented by the individual acts of some
persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by management
override of the controls. The design of any system of controls
is based in part on certain assumptions about the likelihood of
future events, and there can be no assurance that any design
will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential
future conditions. Over time, controls may become inadequate
because of changes in conditions or deterioration in the degree
of compliance with policies or procedures.
There has been no change in our internal control over financial
reporting that occurred during the quarter ended March 31,
2006, that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to
materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
Managements
Consideration of the Restatement
In coming to the conclusion that our disclosure controls and
procedures were effective as of March 31, 2006, our
management considered, among other things, the control
deficiency related to the financial reporting for our investment
in variable rate demand notes, which resulted in the restatement
of our previously issued financial statements as disclosed in
Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements included in
Item 1 of this quarterly report on
Form 10-Q/A. After
taking into consideration that there has been significant debate
within the standard-setting community around the classification
of VRDNs, requiring significant judgment by registrants and
resulting in some disparity in practice, our management
concluded that the judgment exercised by management in carrying
out the relevant control procedures were appropriate and
concluded that the control deficiency that contributed to the
restatement did not constitute a material weakness.
PART II OTHER INFORMATION
QUANTA SERVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
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Item 1. |
Legal Proceedings. |
We are from time to time a party to various lawsuits, claims and
other legal proceedings that arise in the ordinary course of
business. These actions typically seek, among other things,
compensation for alleged personal injury, breach of contract
and/or property damage, punitive damages, civil penalties or
other losses, or injunctive or declaratory relief. With respect
to all such lawsuits, claims and proceedings, we accrue reserves
when it is probable a liability has been incurred and the amount
of loss can be reasonably estimated. We do not believe that any
of these proceedings, separately or in the aggregate, would be
expected to have a material adverse effect on our results of
operations, cash flow or financial position.
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Item 2. |
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of
Proceeds. |
During the first quarter of 2006, 1,116,031 shares of
restricted stock that had been issued pursuant to our 2001 Stock
Incentive Plan vested. Pursuant to the 2001 Stock Incentive
Plan, employees may elect to satisfy their tax withholding
obligations upon vesting by having Quanta make such tax payments
and withhold a number of vested shares having a value on the
date of vesting equal to their tax withholding obligation. As a
result of such employee elections, Quanta withheld shares as
follows:
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These shares were not purchased through a publicly announced
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Description |
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Restated Certificate of Incorporation (previously filed as
Exhibit 3.3 to the Companys Form 10-Q (No.
001-13831) filed August 14, 2003 and incorporated herein by
reference) |
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Amended and Restated Bylaws (previously filed as
Exhibit 3.2 to the Companys 2000 Form 10-K (No.
001-13831) filed April 2, 2001 and incorporated herein by
reference) |
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Indenture, dated as of May 3, 2006, between Quanta
Services, Inc. and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as
trustee (previously filed as Exhibit 99.2 to the Companys
Form 8-K (001-13831) filed May 4, 2006 and
incorporated herein by reference) |
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2006 Incentive Bonus Plan (previously filed as Exhibit 10.1
to the Companys Form 10-Q (No. 001-13831) filed
May 9, 2006 and incorporated herein by reference) |
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Third Amendment to Credit Agreement dated as of April 26,
2006 among Quanta Services, Inc., the subsidiaries of Quanta
Services, Inc. identified therein, Bank of America, N.A., and
other Lenders identified therein (previously filed as
Exhibit 99.1 to the Companys Form 8-K
(No. 001-13831) filed April 27, 2006 and incorporated
herein by reference) |
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Purchase Agreement, dated April 26, 2006, by and among
Quanta Services, Inc., Banc of America Securities LLC,
J.P. Morgan Securities Inc. and Credit Suisse Securities
(USA) LLC (previously filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the
Companys Form 8-K (No. 001-13831) filed May 2,
2006 and incorporated herein by reference) |
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Registration Rights Agreement, dated May 3, 2006, between
Quanta Services, Inc., Banc of America Securities LLC, J.P.
Morgan Securities Inc. and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC
(previously filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the Companys
Form 8-K (001-13831) filed May 4, 2006 and
incorporated herein by reference) |
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Certification of Periodic Report by Chief Executive Officer
pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) and pursuant to
Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (filed
herewith) |
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Certification of Periodic Report by Chief Financial Officer
pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) and pursuant to
Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (filed
herewith) |
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Certification of Periodic Report by Chief Executive Officer and
Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C.
Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of
the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (furnished herewith) |
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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934, the Registrant, Quanta Services, Inc., has duly caused
this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned,
thereunto duly authorized.
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/s/ Derrick
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Dated: November 9, 2006
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INDEX TO EXHIBITS
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Restated Certificate of Incorporation (previously filed as
Exhibit 3.3 to the Companys Form 10-Q (No.
001-13831) filed August 14, 2003 and incorporated herein by
reference) |
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Amended and Restated Bylaws (previously filed as
Exhibit 3.2 to the Companys 2000 Form 10-K (No.
001-13831) filed April 2, 2001 and incorporated herein by
reference) |
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Indenture, dated as of May 3, 2006, between Quanta
Services, Inc. and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as
trustee (previously filed as Exhibit 99.2 to the Companys
Form 8-K (001-13831) filed May 4, 2006 and
incorporated herein by reference) |
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2006 Incentive Bonus Plan (previously filed as Exhibit 10.1
to the Companys Form 10-Q (No. 001-13831) filed
May 9, 2006 and incorporated herein by reference) |
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Third Amendment to Credit Agreement dated as of April 26,
2006 among Quanta Services, Inc., the subsidiaries of Quanta
Services, Inc. identified therein, Bank of America, N.A., and
other Lenders identified therein (previously filed as
Exhibit 10.1 to the Companys Form 8-K
(No. 001-13831) filed April 27, 2006 and incorporated
herein by reference) |
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Purchase Agreement, dated April 26, 2006, by and among
Quanta Services, Inc., Banc of America Securities LLC,
J.P. Morgan Securities Inc. and Credit Suisse Securities
(USA) LLC (previously filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the
Companys Form 8-K (No. 001-13831) filed May 2,
2006 and incorporated herein by reference) |
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Registration Rights Agreement, dated May 3, 2006, between
Quanta Services, Inc., Banc of America Securities LLC, J.P.
Morgan Securities Inc. and Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC
(previously filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the Companys
Form 8-K (001-13831) filed May 4, 2006 and
incorporated herein by reference) |
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Certification of Periodic Report by Chief Executive Officer
pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) and pursuant to
Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (filed
herewith) |
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Certification of Periodic Report by Chief Financial Officer
pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) and pursuant to
Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (filed
herewith) |
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Certification of Periodic Report by Chief Executive Officer and
Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C.
Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of
the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (furnished herewith) |
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