PILLAR: Vibrant
AGENDA DATE: March 25, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):|910|DEPARTMENT: Park & Recreation Department
PRIORITY: N/A
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SUBJECT
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Authorize (1) a Construction Manager at Risk Agreement with Linbeck Group, LLC, best value proposer of four, to provide preconstruction and construction services for the Dallas Zoo Safari Trail Project located at 650 South R.L. Thornton Freeway; and (2) an increase in appropriations not to exceed $60,000.00 in the Capital Gifts Match Donations and Development Fund - Not to exceed $90,000.00 - Financing: Capital Gifts Match Donations and Development Fund ($60,000.00) and Park and Recreation Facilities (B) Fund (2024 General Obligation Bond Fund) ($30,000.00)
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BACKGROUND
The Dallas Zoo Safari Trail Project includes three parts, each with its own design and construction phases. Part One of the Project is called African Shorelines with a construction budget of approximately $25,000,000.00. Key elements to this part include a penguin exhibit, flamingo exhibit, and a caf?. Part Two is called Wild Grasslands with a construction budget of approximately $45,000,000.00. Key elements to this part include a rhino exhibit, cheetah exhibit, and an aviary walkthrough with free flight birds. Part Three is called Okapi Forest with a construction budget of approximately $20,000,000.00. Key elements of this portion include a primate exhibit, and an okapi exhibit, as well as an education classroom.
During the design phases, the Linbeck Group, LLC will provide preconstruction services and work with the rest of the Project Team, consisting of the Dallas Zoological Society and their representatives, the Park and Recreation Department, and the design consultants (hired by the Zoo) during the design process to ensure the feasibility and constructability of the improvements proposed for each of the three parts of the Project. The Linbeck Group, LLC will also provide cost es...
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