FRISCO, Texas — Downstream, a fast-growing digital marketplace for construction equipment and site services, has raised $8 million in Series A funding, marking a major step toward modernizing how contractors procure rentals and waste services. The round was co-led by Brick & Mortar Ventures and Moneta Ventures, with continued participation from FJ Labs and Victorum Capital.
Targeting an industry that still relies heavily on phone calls, spreadsheets and fragmented rental suppliers, Downstream is positioning itself as a centralized procurement hub for retail construction and other fast-cycle project environments. The platform allows contractors to order and manage boom lifts, dumpsters, portable restrooms and other equipment with the convenience of online shopping.
“We are industry-obsessed, and this new capital allows us to grow our supplier partnerships while delivering modern tools that strengthen brands and optimize job sites,” said Zach Irwin, CEO and co-founder of Downstream. “Using Downstream Marketplace is like ordering a pizza — only instead you can get a boom lift, a dumpster, and a portable toilet to your job site with just a few clicks.”
Bringing Visibility to an Overlooked Segment
Construction rentals and site services represent billions in annual spending, yet many providers lack digital access to customers. Downstream believes helping suppliers improve brand visibility, pricing transparency and customer engagement will create mutual efficiency gains and faster project turnarounds across the industry.
For suppliers, the company offers tools like digital storefront creation, real-time availability management and automated billing.
Investors cite this dual-sided value as a reason for confidence:
“We couldn’t be more excited to see Downstream reach this next chapter,” said Aasim Hasan, Partner at Moneta Ventures. “Their innovative approach and focus on delivering an exceptionally user-friendly experience set them apart in the modern retail construction rental space. Zach, Justice, Eric, and Tate’s passion for what they do is truly inspiring, and we look forward to continuing to partner with them on their growth journey.”
An Industry Ready for Disruption
Despite rapid investment in construction technology over the past decade, jobsite rentals and services have lagged behind other digital transformations. Brick & Mortar Ventures, known for backing innovators across the built world, sees a turning point:
“We’re excited to partner with the Downstream team as they modernize how construction teams manage rentals and site services,” said Austin Yount, Partner at Brick & Mortar Ventures. “It’s a part of the industry that touches every job but has seen little innovation. Downstream’s platform brings much-needed structure and visibility to that work — helping contractors operate more efficiently and suppliers serve their customers better.”
Scaling Across Retail and Fast-Track Projects
Downstream plans to use the new capital to accelerate product development, expand into new geographic markets and deepen relationships with national waste haulers, equipment rental providers and temporary-site service companies.
With retail construction expected to remain strong and convenience-driven procurement now standard in most industries, the firm aims to become the default marketplace for field teams tasked with delivering stores on tight schedules.
About Downstream
Downstream is an all-in-one equipment rental, waste management and site services marketplace designed for the modern jobsite. It offers real-time pricing, transparent billing, mobile-first ordering and digital storefront capabilities for suppliers, enabling faster procurement and stronger brand performance across the built environment.
Originally reported by Downstream Marketplace in Construction Dive.
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