STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Growing
AGENDA DATE: September 24, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 2
DEPARTMENT: Department of Convention and Event Services
EXECUTIVE: Robin Bentley
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SUBJECT
Title
Authorize (1) Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the owner's representative - design/construction project management services contract with Dikita Enterprises, lnc. for the implementation of Component Four of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas (KBHCCD) master plan in the an amount not to exceed of $469,054.00 for additional project management services and owner’s representation necessary to temporarily relocate The Black Academy of Arts and Letters as tenant of the KBHCCD Theater Complex to The Women’s Museum, including Phase 1: Project Management/Preconstruction Services and Phase 2: Services during Cconstruction; and (2) the establishment of appropriations in an amount not to exceed $469,054.00 in the Convention Center Revenue Bonds Series 2023 Fund, from $9,552,031.00 to $10,021,085.00 - Financing: Convention Center Revenue Bonds Series 2023 Fund
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BACKGROUND
The professional services contract with Dikita Enterprises, lnc., approved February 28, 2024 by CR 24-0389, provides project management services for the implementation of Component Four of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas (KBHCCD) master plan. The implementation of the KBHCCD master plan Component Four includes project management of the process to renovate and reconstruct KBHCCD Theater Complex, currently occupied by The Black Academy of Arts and Letters TBAAL and the temporary relocation and re-establishment of the TBAAL to another suitable location,. existing lease holder, The delivery of which incorporates, but is not limited to:
• Assisting with the development of solicitations for architecture, engineering, design, and construction
• Developing and providing control processes for the project
• Outreach and communication
• Budgeting and cost tracking
• Project scheduling
This professional services contract will assist in delivering a state-of-the art theatre and performance center that is modern and efficient in terms of technological advancement and flexibility to meet current and future market demands. The project management leading to the final product will provide enhanced revenue opportunities, additional workforce opportunities, and the establishment of a performance venue that will be part of an engaging destination that transforms downtown Dallas.
On April 25, 2025, Supplemental Agreement No. 1 provided Dikita Enterprises, Inc. with an additional one (1) year for project completion under the same terms and conditions of the original contract for scope enhancements.
If approved, Supplemental Agreement No. 2 would allow Dikita Enterprises, Inc. to provide additional project management services at The Women’s Museum based on the discovery of facility conditions post assessment.
ESTIMATED SCHEDULE OF PROJECT
Start: September 25, 2025
End: December 31, 2026
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee was briefed on the KBHCCD Master Plan on December 8, 2020.
The City Council was briefed by memorandum regarding the KBHCCD Master Plan on January 22, 2021. <https://dallascityhall.com/government/citymanager/Documents/FY%2020-21%20Memos/Kay%20Bailey%20Hutchison%20Convention%20Center%20Master%20Plan%20update%20-%20Memo_01222021.pdf>
The City Council was briefed by memorandum regarding progress to-date on the KBHCCD Master Plan on August 13, 2021. <https://dallascityhall.com/government/citymanager/Documents/FY%2020-21%20Memos/KBHCCD%20Master%20Plan%20Contract%20Update_Memo_08132021.pdf>
The Economic Development Committee was briefed on the KBHCCD Master Plan and the Project Financing Zone on October 4, 2021.
On October 13, 2021, the City Council authorized the designation of Project Financing Zone Number One, City of Dallas, Texas by Ordinance No. 32016, by Resolution No. 21-1650.
The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee was briefed regarding the KBHCCD Master Plan Alternative Recommendation and Requirements Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 334 on December 7, 2021.
The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee was briefed on the KBHCCD Master Plan Alternative Recommendation and Requirements Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 334 on December 7, 2021.
The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee was briefed by memorandum regarding an update on questions presented during the December 7, 2021 committee meeting on December 17, 2021. <https://dallascityhall.com/government/citymanager/Documents/FY%2021-22%20Memos/KBHCCD%20Master%20Plan_Memo_12172021.pdf>
The City Council was briefed by memorandum regarding this matter on December 17, 2021. <https://dallascityhall.com/government/citymanager/Documents/FY%2021-22%20Memos/KBHCCD%20Master%20Plan_Memo_12172021.pdf>
The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee was briefed regarding the KBHCCD Master Plan Alternative Recommendation and Requirements Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 334 on January 18, 2022.
The City Council was updated by memorandum regarding questions presented during the January 18, 2022 Transportation and Infrastructure briefing on January 28, 2022. <https://dallascityhall.com/government/citymanager/Documents/FY%2021-22%20Memos/KBHCCD%20Master%20Plan%20Update%20Memo%20-%20Follow-Up%20to%20TRNI%20Committee.pdf>
The City Council was briefed by memorandum regarding questions presented by a constituent regarding the KBHCCD Master Plan on January 28, 2022. <https://dallascityhall.com/government/citymanager/Documents/FY%2021-22%20Memos/KBHCCD%20Master%20Plan%20Update%20-%20Additional%20Questions.pdf>
The City Council was briefed on the KBHCCD Master Plan Alternative Recommendation and Requirements Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 334” on February 2, 2022.
On February 9, 2022, the City Council authorized the adoption of the 3C west of Lamar alternative to implement KBHCCD Master Plan and the city manager to take the necessary steps to implement the 3C alternative by Resolution No. 22-0334.
On May 11, 2022, the City Council authorized providing advance planning and feasibility for the KBHCCD Master Plan by Resolution No. 22-0742.
On September 14, 2022, the City Council authorized a reimbursement agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company for preliminary engineering services for the portion of the proposed expansion of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center that impacts Union Pacific Railroad’s tracks, including improvements to infrastructure by Resolution No. 22-1348.
The Transportation & Infrastructure and Economic Development Committees were briefed about the KBHCCD Master Plan - Next Steps during a special called meeting on February 7, 2023.
A memorandum regarding questions presented during the special called meeting was provided to the Transportation & Infrastructure and Economic Development Committees on February 23, 2023.
The Government Performance and Finance Committee was briefed about the KBHCCD Master Plan and Fair Park Improvements on May 22, 2023.
The Government Performance and Finance Committee was briefed by memorandum on the KBHCCD Master Plan and Fair Park Improvements on June 13, 2023. <https://cityofdallas.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&ID=12081687&GUID=103AA241-23F2-4BE8-8FF9-F1CC38B0F3C0>
On June 14, 2023, the City Council approved a resolution expressing official intent for the City to reimburse itself for costs and expenses incurred in connection with the Kay Bailey Hutchison Master Plan from obligations that will be issued after the expenditures by Resolution No. 23-0774.
On September 13, 2023, the City Council authorized a professional service contract for Component One of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan to Inspire Dallas for Project Management/Owner’s Representation by Resolution No. 23-1254.
The Government Performance and Finance Committee was briefed on the FY 2023-24 Debt Issuance Overview on October 23, 2023.
The Economic Development Committee was briefed about the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan - Convention Center Component on February 5, 2024.
On February 28, 2024, the City Council authorized a professional services contract for Component Three of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan to McKissack and McKissack for Project Management/Owner’s Representation by Resolution No. 24-0388.
On February 28, 2024, the City Council authorized a professional services contract for Component Four of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan to Dikita Enterprises for Project Management/Owner’s Representation by Resolution No. 24-0389.
The City Council was briefed on The Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan and Transportation Initiatives on March 6, 2024.
The Economic Development Committee was updated by memorandum about the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan Solicitations on June 3, 2024.
The Economic Development Committee was briefed by memorandum about the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan Progress, Outreach, and Engagement on August 5, 2024. <https://cityofdallas.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&ID=13204845&GUID=77F4654C-4841-4359-B9A0-5D2F9FC1A112>
On September 11, 2024, the City Council authorized an amended contract with TXDOT to design and construct deck caps on Lamar Street as part of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan by Resolution No.
24-2595.
On September 11, 2024, the City Council authorized an amended contract with TXDOT to design and construct deck caps at Old City Park as part of the study area with the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan by Resolution No. 24-2589.
On September 11, 2024, the City Council authorized a contract for Perkins and Will to provide architectural/engineering design services for Component 1 of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan by Resolution No. 24-2587.
On November 13, 2024, the City Council authorized a Construction Manager at Risk Agreement with Trinity Alliance Ventures, LLC, for pre-construction and construction services for Component 1 of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas (KBHCCD) Master Plan by Resolution No. 24-1672.
On January 8, 2025, the City Council authorized a professional service contract with KAI/Alliance, LC (dba KAI Design) for architecture/engineering design services for the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan Component Four for renovation and reconstruction of The Black Academy of Arts and Letters by Resolution No. 25-0140.
On April 25, 2025, the City Manager approved Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for Dikita Enterprises, Inc., extending the contract through March 31, 2029, and enacting the contingency for scope enhancements by Administrative Action No. 25-5656
On June 25, 2025, the City Council authorized a Construction Manager at Risk Agreement with HJ Russell - Phillips May - STSW, A Joint Venture LLC, for pre-construction and construction services for the renovation and reconstruction of The Black Academy of Arts and Letters (TBAAL) - Component Four by Resolution No. 25-1032.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2025 |
FY 2026 |
Future Years |
|
Convention Center Revenue Bonds Series 2023 Fund |
$469,054.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |
Original Contract $ 9,552,031.00
Supplemental Agreement No. 1 $ 0.00
Supplemental Agreement No. 2 $ 469,054.00
Project Total $10,021,085.00
LOCAL PARTICIPATION
|
Prime |
Status |
Workforce % |
|
Dikita Enterprises, Inc. |
Local |
0.00% |
OWNER/EXECUTIVES
Dikita Enterprises, Inc. dba Dikita Enterprises, Inc.
Evalynn Williams, Chief Executive Officer
David Zobrist, Chief Operating Officer