CASE STUDY

PROJECT:


Parkland Hospital -

Skybridges

As part of Dallas County’s billion-dollar replacement of Parkland Hospital, a series of skybridges were designed to connect the existing facility to the new hospital complex. The primary skybridge served as a critical transition corridor, enabling the safe movement of patients and clinical operations into the new facility.


Because of its operational importance, Dallas County elected to procure the skybridge as a stand-alone package, separate from the main hospital construction contract.


This engagement reflects PRAXIS’s ability to support high-stakes public-sector pursuits and complex capital programs through disciplined strategy and execution.

Situation

Although the client was widely viewed as a strong contender, the skybridge package required a disciplined and differentiated pursuit strategy.


The pursuit demanded:


  • Clear articulation of construction logistics within an active medical campus
  • Coordination across joint venture and trade partners
  • Demonstrated experience in healthcare environments
  • A compelling short-list interview strategy
  • Alignment with county participation and compliance requirements


Reputation alone was not sufficient. Success required precision, preparation, and confidence in execution.

Our Approach

PRAXIS served as strategic advisor and pursuit lead, providing hands-on support throughout proposal development and interview preparation.

Key contributions included:


Pursuit Strategy & Development

  • Developed the overall pursuit positioning and narrative
  • Structured the RFP response and short-list interview strategy
  • Aligned technical, operational, and community components
  • Prepared team members for coordinated presentations


Team & Logistics Integration

  • Coordinated joint venture and subcontractor participation
  • Integrated M/WBE engagement into the pursuit strategy
  • Articulated construction sequencing and patient-movement logistics
  • Ensured consistency across proposal and interview materials


Stakeholder Alignment

  • Supported alignment with county expectations
  • Clarified risk management and operational continuity
  • Reinforced readiness to deliver a mission-critical asset


Throughout the engagement, PRAXIS focused on translating technical complexity into clear, credible positioning.

Results

The joint venture team was awarded the skybridge contract and successfully delivered the project.


The completed structure enabled the seamless transition of patients and clinical operations into the new hospital, supporting the opening of the replacement facility.


Following completion, PRAXIS was re-engaged to support award submissions, contributing to the project’s recognition as “Project of the Year” by the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association.

This engagement reflects how PRAXIS builds trust through disciplined strategy, technical fluency, and team alignment. By supporting mission-critical infrastructure projects at pivotal moments, we help clients earn confidence and deliver work that serves essential public needs.

Parkland Hospital - Skybridges

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