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Y -- WHITEWATER FALLS OBSERVATION DECK AND STAIRWAY CONSTRUCTION SOL IFB SE-97-104 DUE 090597 POC Nancy H. Meadows, Procurement Assistant, 704/257-4297, FAX 704/257-4876; John S. Zgavec, Contracting Officer, 704/257-4292 Construction of Whitewater Falls Observation Deck and Stairway, Highlands Ranger District, Transylvania County, North Carolina. Project consists of the construction of a 20-foot diameter hexagonal wooden deck and approximately 300 lf of stairway including concrete landings and wood stringers, steps and rails. Estimated price range is $100,000 to $250,000. All responsible parties may submit an offer which will be considered. Submit requests for solicitation, in writing or by fax, to Nancy H. Meadows at the address shown in Block 7. (0202)

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