Additional $140K Sought For Barton Springs Bathhouse Design

Austin City Council considered amending a $1.2 million design contract with Limbacher & Godfrey for the Barton Springs Bathhouse rehab by adding $140,000 in funding. Public testimony criticized the cost escalation from an estimated $3 million project to roughly $25 million and questioned the firm’s eligibility.

Document date · June 5, 2025

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Scope & details

The full contract record, as filed.

Contract amount

$140,000 (increase on a $1.2 million design contract; total project cost about $25 million)

Contract type

PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES

Renewal

Amendment increases the design/architecture contract amount by $140,000 above the original $1.2 million authorization for the Barton Springs Bathhouse rehabilitation project.

Document type

Transcript

Source document

City Council Regular Meeting Transcript June 2025

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Who was awarded the professional services contract by City of Austin city?

Limbacher & Godfrey was awarded this professional services contract by City of Austin city, as recorded on June 5, 2025. The contract value is $140,000 (increase on a $1.2 million design contract; total project cost about $25 million).

How much is the Limbacher & Godfrey contract with City of Austin city worth?

The Limbacher & Godfrey contract with City of Austin city is valued at $140,000 (increase on a $1.2 million design contract; total project cost about $25 million), covering professional services work.

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