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M -- OPPORTUNITY TO LEASE HISTORIC STRUCTURE IN SKAGWAY, ALASKA DUE 093099 POC Reed McCluskey, Chief Ranger, (907)983-9218 E-MAIL: click here to request a copy of the RFP, reed_mccluskey@nps.gov. The National Park Service (NPS) requests proposals from parties interested in leasing the histoic Hern Clipper Building, located in Klondike Gold Rush National Park, Skagway, Alaska. The Hern Clipper Building, part of the Mascot Saloon complex, is located at 270 Broadway in the Skagway Historic District, one of the prime retail locations in the state. The building is a two-story, wood frame historic commercial structure which has 25 feet of store front and approximately 790 square feet on each floor (excludes 90 square feet in the mechanical room) for a total of 1580 square feet. It has been restored and is in excellent condition (some finish work required by leasee). The building may be leased for a period of 3-15 years, though 10 years is preferred. Food service and public overnight accommodation uses are not compatible with the design of, and preservation goals for, this building. Arcades, alcoholic beverage service, tobacco products sold from vending machines, and entertainment inappropriate for a family audience are also deemed unacceptable. Proposals for such uses will not be considered. The minimum annual rent is $65,220/year, payable monthly. Proposals must be received at Office of the Superintendent, Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, Second & Broadway, PO Box 517, Skagway, AK 99840 not later than 5:00pm local time September 30, 1999. A copy of the RFP may be obtained from Mr. Reed McCluskey, Chief Ranger, at the address above or by telephone: 907-983-9218, fax: 907-983-9249, or e-mail: reed_mccluskey@nps.gov. Prospective applicants are encouraged to inspect the building prior to submitting proposals. Applicants may arrange tours of the building with Mr. McCluskey. Posted 07/25/99 (W-SN358749). (0206)

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