McClure Tract ( Sumter County, AL ) Hunting Lease

Auburn University is seeking sealed competitive bids for a five‑year lease of the 248‑acre McClure Tract in Sumter County, Alabama, exclusively for hunting and related wildlife activities. The lessee must pay an annual cash rental (minimum $10 per acre) and provide liability insurance naming the University as additional insured. The lease includes strict use restrictions, mandatory insurance, and annual reporting requirements. • Lease term: 60 months (Oct 1 2026 – Sep 30 2031) with a possible one‑time 5‑year extension. • Minimum annual rent: $2,480 (248 acres × $10/acre) plus required liability insurance. • Use only for hunting/fishing; no livestock, camping, or permanent structures allowed. • Annual payment due by Oct 30 each year; 10 % late‑payment penalty. • Lessee must maintain insurance, submit membership rosters annually, and report any incidents within 24 hours.