Jacobs named supplier on UK government construction professional services framework

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 25, 2026--

Jacobs (NYSE: J) has been named as a supplier on the United Kingdom’s Government Commercial Agency’s (GCA) Construction Professional Services 2 framework, one of Europe’s largest public sector infrastructure frameworks. It provides public sector organizations with streamlined, compliant access to construction and infrastructure professional services.

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The four-year framework enables central government departments and a wide range of public sector organizations to procure services more efficiently, supporting the delivery of infrastructure and built environment programs that underpin economic growth and essential services.

Jacobs has been appointed across eight lots covering a broad range of construction and infrastructure services:

Jacobs Executive Vice President Richard Sanderson said: “Building on our role on the previous framework, this latest appointment expands our ability to support the U.K. public sector in delivering complex infrastructure and capital programs at scale. By bringing together our program management, technical advisory and design capabilities, we help asset owners improve delivery performance and achieve better long-term outcomes for communities and taxpayers.”

Through the framework, public sector asset owners can access Jacobs’ multidisciplinary services, including program and project management, engineering and design, technical advisory, architecture, asset management and sustainability support. These services support improved delivery certainty, integration across programs and whole-life value for infrastructure investments.

The appointment builds on Jacobs’ track record supporting U.K. government frameworks and major infrastructure programs. Jacobs was previously named as a supplier on the Crown Commercial Service’s latest Management Consultancy Framework, providing advisory services to support infrastructure delivery, improve value from public investment and advance major national programs.

GCA is the U.K.’s central commercial and procurement organization, connecting public and private sectors to achieve the best outcomes for the U.K. and its citizens. GCA uses its commercial expertise to create a simpler procurement experience that redirects valuable resources into essential public services – creating value for the nation.

About Jacobs

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow – delivering outcomes and solutions for the world’s most complex challenges. With approximately $12 billion in annual revenue and a team of approximately 47,000, we provide end-to-end services in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, life sciences, transportation and water. From advisory and consulting, feasibility, planning, design, program and lifecycle management, we’re creating a more connected and sustainable world. See how at jacobs.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Instream, X and Facebook.

Jacobs employs more than 5,000 people across the U.K., operating from 15 core offices and over 35 additional sites. Working with HAM Government, local authorities and the private sector, Jacobs helps shape and deliver the nation’s most critical infrastructure, energy, environmental and community programs, creating social value by improving resilience, driving economic growth and enhancing quality of life.

About Government Commercial Agency

GCA is an executive agency of the Cabinet Office, supporting the public sector to achieve maximum commercial value when procuring common goods and services.

To find out more about GCA, visit: www.gca.gov.uk

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The framework supports delivery across the U.K. and international government estates.

TOKYO (AP) — A powerful earthquake struck off the northern coast of Japan during rush hour on Thursday morning, but the country’s meteorological agency said there was no danger of a tsunami.

The quake — off the eastern coast of the Iwate prefecture — had a magnitude of 7.2, upgraded from an initial reading of 6.9, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. The quake had a depth of about 50 kilometers (30 miles), it said. The U.S. Geological Survey also reported the quake, giving its magnitude as 6.9.

The temblor occurred in an area where strong earthquakes have repeatedly been reported in recent months, including one that triggered a weeklong mega-quake caution advisory in December.

Eight people were injured in northern prefectures of Aomori and Iwate, mainly from falling or being hit by falling objects, the Fire and Disaster Management Agency said. Japanese media had no report of life-threatening injuries.

The quake also mildly shook Tokyo, where Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told reporters that her government’s emergency team is “putting people’s lives first,” while assessing information and preparing for relief operations, if needed.

She urged residents in the affected regions to use caution against possible aftershocks.

Tomoko Nagane, a primary school principal in the town of Hashikami in Aomori prefecture, told NHK that she was driving when the quake alert went off and that she felt moderate, sideway shaking. Children already gathered at the school were safe, she said, though some were crying in fear.

Classes were canceled for the day and children have all returned home safely, Nagane said.

Footage on Japan's NHK public television showed several towns, including Sendai and Morioka, saying they felt the shaking for a couple of minutes but have not seen any damage. Videos showed people commuting as usual.

The East Japan Railway Co., which operates trains in northeastern regions, said some bullet trains and local lines were temporarily suspended for safety checks.

Nuclear power plants and facilities, including the Fukushima Daiichi plant which was damaged by the 2011 massive quake and tsunami, and a spent fuel reprocessing plant in Aomori, have not reported any abnormalities from Thursday's earthquake, government spokesperson Minoru Kihara said.

Japan, which sits on what is known as the Pacific Ring of Fire, is one of the world’s most earthquake-prone areas.

The automatic door is seen damaged due to an earthquake at a supermarket in Hachinohe, Aomori prefecture northern Japan, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (Kyodo News via AP)

The wall of a building is seen partly damaged following an earthquake in Hachinohe, Aomori prefecture northern Japan, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (Kyodo News via AP)

A station clerk of the East Japan Railway Co., provides an update about train services which were suspended due to an earthquake at JR Morioka station in Morioka, northern Japan, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (Kyodo News via AP) CORRECTION: Corrects month to June, instead of July.