Jacobs wins UK ecosystem survey contract through mid-2027 for soil and vegetation mapping
Jacobs has been selected by Natural England and Defra to coordinate and deliver national-scale soil, vegetation and landscape surveys for the England Ecosystem Survey under the U.K. Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment program. The contract runs immediately through mid-2027 and includes program management, procurement and logistics.
1. Contract Award
Jacobs has been selected by Natural England and Defra to lead coordination and field delivery for the England Ecosystem Survey, a cornerstone of the U.K. Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment program. This award underscores Jacobs’ role in providing foundational environmental data to inform national policy and land management decisions.
2. Scope of Work
Under the multi-year agreement, Jacobs will manage program oversight, contractor procurement, survey logistics and land access coordination for national-scale soil, vegetation and landscape data collection. The firm will partner with Southern Ecological Solutions to mobilize internal teams and third-party contractors, ensuring consistent and protocol-compliant field surveys.
3. Timeline and Strategic Impact
The contract commenced immediately and is slated to conclude in the first half of 2027, delivering a baseline of England’s natural assets by 2029. This engagement enhances Jacobs’ environmental services portfolio, strengthens its UK government partnerships and contributes to long-term natural capital assessment objectives.