Jacobs to Design Florida Water Treatment Plant Upgrades for PFAS Removal

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Jacobs (NYSE: J) has been selected by the City of Boynton Beach, South Florida, to design upgrades for two water treatment plants aimed at removing PFAS from groundwater supplies. The facilities, with a combined capacity of 30 million gallons per day, serve over 112,000 people and require modernization to comply with new federal drinking water regulations.

The project scope includes evaluating existing facilities, developing a comprehensive facilities plan, designing improvements, and providing construction management services. The city has secured funding through Florida's Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program. Jacobs, with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue and nearly 45,000 employees, brings extensive experience in PFAS treatment, having delivered solutions for various clients including the Cities of Woodbury and North Bay, and defense departments of the US and Australia.

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• Secured new contract for water treatment plant upgrades in Boynton Beach
• Project involves significant infrastructure serving 112,000+ people
• Comprehensive scope including evaluation, design, and construction management
• Builds on 40-year relationship with the client
• Project backed by state funding through Drinking Water State Revolving Fund

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Environmental Infrastructure Analyst

This contract win represents a strategically significant development for Jacobs, positioning the company at the forefront of the emerging PFAS treatment infrastructure market. The EPA's new PFAS regulations are creating a massive nationwide demand for water treatment facility upgrades, with an estimated market size potentially reaching $400 billion over the next decade.

The Boynton Beach project showcases Jacobs' competitive advantages in three critical areas: 1) Established presence in municipal water infrastructure 2) Proven PFAS treatment expertise demonstrated through previous projects with high-profile clients like the U.S. Department of Defense 3) Long-term client relationships, exemplified by their 40-year history with Boynton Beach.

For investors, this contract signals Jacobs' strong execution of its water infrastructure strategy. The company is well-positioned to capture a significant share of the emerging PFAS treatment market, supported by:

• Access to government funding through state revolving funds
• Track record of successful PFAS projects globally
• Technical expertise in complex water treatment solutions

The project's long-term nature, including both design and construction management phases, provides valuable revenue visibility. More importantly, it establishes a replicable model for similar projects across the U.S. as other municipalities face identical PFAS challenges, potentially leading to a strong pipeline of future contracts.

Modernizing drinking water infrastructure for treatment of long-lasting synthetic chemicals

DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE: J) was selected by the City of Boynton Beach in South Florida to evaluate and design upgrades at two water treatment plants to remove per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from the city's groundwater supplies to comply with new U.S. federal drinking water regulations.

At a combined treatment capacity of 30 million gallons per day, the two plants provide drinking water to more than 112,000 people. In addition to addressing new PFAS regulations, the facility upgrades will replace aging infrastructure and meet the community's growing demand for water.

"Considering potential federal compliance deadlines, we're working with the City of Boynton Beach to help deliver an effective, long-term PFAS treatment and disposal solution," said Jacobs Senior Vice President Katus Watson. "We've supported the city with their water system challenges for more than 40 years and look forward to planning and designing this next important project for the community."

Jacobs will evaluate the city's existing facilities to assess treatment capabilities for PFAS removal and develop a comprehensive facilities plan for the city's treatment plants, associated source water supply and residuals management systems. Once the facilities plan is complete, Jacobs will design the improvements and provide construction management services. The city received a loan from Florida's Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program for project planning and design.

"We look forward to working with our long-time partner Jacobs on this once-in-a-generation project, which will define the city's water supply system for decades to come," said City of Boynton Beach Utilities Director Poonam Kalkat.

A global leader in PFAS research, assessment and treatment across the water, environmental and advanced manufacturing sectors, Jacobs delivers comprehensive solutions to the PFAS challenge. We have delivered long-term PFAS solutions for many clients including the City of Woodbury, Minnesota, the City of North Bay, Ontario, the U.S. Department of Defense and Australian Department of Defense.

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 almost 45,000, 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, Instagram, X and Facebook. 

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FAQ

What is the capacity of the water treatment plants Jacobs (J) will upgrade in Boynton Beach?

The two water treatment plants have a combined treatment capacity of 30 million gallons per day.

How many people will benefit from Jacobs' (J) PFAS removal project in Boynton Beach?

The water treatment plants provide drinking water to more than 112,000 people in Boynton Beach.

What services will Jacobs (J) provide for the Boynton Beach water treatment project?

Jacobs will evaluate existing facilities, develop a facilities plan, design improvements, and provide construction management services.

How is the Boynton Beach PFAS removal project being funded?

The project's planning and design are funded through a loan from Florida's Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program.

What is Jacobs' (J) track record with PFAS treatment projects?

Jacobs has delivered PFAS solutions for various clients including the City of Woodbury, Minnesota, City of North Bay, Ontario, and defense departments of the US and Australia.