Debra - I would prefer that you submit an original with Enron's signature
and we submit an original to you with our signature.  That would reduce the
mailing time as our contracting officer is in Herndon, Virginia.  Is that
okay by you?

Larry Cobb
Manager, Mid Office Operations
MMS Royalty In Kind Office

-----Original Message-----
From: Perlingiere, Debra [mailto:Debra.Perlingiere@ENRON.com]
Sent: Monday, October 15, 2001 10:39 AM
To: lawrence.cobb@mms.gov
Subject: GISB



 As discussed, attached is a Base Contract For Short-Term Sale and
Purchase of Natural Gas.  If in agreement, print two, execute same and
return both to my attention at the address below .  Do not hesitate to
give me a call should you have any questions or comments regarding the
enclosed.  Upon final signature, I will return an original for your
records.  Thanks for your assistance and cooperation in this matter.

  <<Mineral Management Services.doc>>
Best regards,
Debra Perlingiere
Enron North America Legal
1400 Smith Street, EB 3885
Houston, Texas 77002
dperlin@enron
713-853-7658
713-646-3490 Fax





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