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M -- OPPORTUNITY TO LEASE HISTORIC STRUCTURE IN SKAGWAY, ALASKA DUE 092399 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 historic Pantheon-Red Front Building, located in Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, Skagway, Alaska. The building is located on the southwest corner of 4th and Broadway in the Skagway Historic District, one of the prime retail locations in the state. The building has 51 feet of store front on Broadway between 3rd and 4th Avenues, 1889 square feet on the first floor (excluding entry, mechanical rooms and stairways). It has been restored to its historic appearance 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 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. NPS will retain exclusive use of the second floor for storage and office space. The minimum annual rent is $126,492/year (assumes cost of construction is recovered over the 10-year life of the lease), payable montly. 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 5:00 pm local time September 23, 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-SN358748). (0206)

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