TDOT Statement

NASHVILLE, TN., January 25, 2024 / — TDOT Aeronautics Division and the Tennessee Aeronautics Commission are excited to announce a $23 million, 5-year cooperative purchasing agreement through Sourcewell with Hi-Lite Airfield Services for Airfield Pavement and Marking Maintenance at Tennessee public-use General Aviation Airports. With this agreement, Tennessee will continue to maintain and extend the asset life of pavements at these airports by applying crack-seal, seal coat, slurry surfacing, concrete repair, and marking maintenance as needed through negotiated work orders.

TDOT Aeronautics continues to invest in general aviation airports as they are a critical component of the nation’s and state’s transportation networks, linking and providing access to regional, national, and global transportation systems.

Hi-Lite Statement

BRADENTON, Fla., January 25, 2024 / — Hi-Lite Airfield Services is pleased to announce our partnership with the TDOT Aeronautics Division and the Tennessee Aeronautics Commission on a historic $23 million, 5-year cooperative purchasing agreement through Sourcewell.

This contract underscores Hi-Lite’s status as a best-in-class airfield pavement maintenance company, raising the standard for excellence. We go beyond the traditional contractor role, positioning ourselves as dedicated partners within the aviation industry. Our unwavering commitment is focused on enhancing the infrastructure of Tennessee’s public-use General Aviation Airports, setting a new benchmark for quality and performance.

With this agreement, we will work closely with Tennessee to maintain and extend the life of airport pavements statewide. Our expertise in pavement marking, crack-sealing, seal coating, concrete repair, and general pavement maintenance will play a pivotal role in ensuring safe and efficient operations.

As TDOT Aeronautics continues to invest in general aviation airports, they are setting a remarkable example for other states to emulate in both cost-saving measures and the optimization of statewide operations and maintenance processes. Hi-Lite takes immense pride in being an integral part of this historic and groundbreaking journey, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence in aviation infrastructure.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the state of Tennessee for entrusting us with the crucial responsibility of ensuring the safety and functionality of its aviation facilities. Looking ahead, we eagerly anticipate our continued role as a pivotal contributor to Tennessee’s visionary approach to aviation infrastructure in the coming years.