What does Virginia Highlands Airport Authority do?

The Virginia Highlands Airport Authority is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and strategic development of regional aviation infrastructure serving southwestern Virginia. Its core mission centers on enhancing airport safety, capacity, and operational efficiency through targeted infrastructure investment and technical modernization. Strategic priorities include runway rehabilitation, hangar construction, terminal upgrades, and the integration of critical aviation systems such as automated weather observing technology. The agency prioritizes long-term asset sustainability, with a clear emphasis on physical infrastructure resilience and airfield modernization to support regional economic connectivity and emergency response capabilities. Procurement activity is dominated by commercial and institutional building construction, highway and bridge construction, and engineering services, reflecting a sustained focus on capital improvement projects. The authority frequently utilizes competitive solicitations—including requests for proposals and invitations to bid—to secure construction, design, and specialized equipment services. Contract structures are primarily performance-based, with an emphasis on turnkey delivery for facility development and infrastructure upgrades. The agency’s primary procurement targets include commercial building construction, airfield and roadway infrastructure, and professional engineering services, particularly for architectural design and systems integration. It also procures prefabricated metal components and specialized ground support equipment, indicating a preference for durable, standardized materials and turnkey solutions. There is no evidence of set-aside preferences or targeted diversity initiatives in recent activity; all solicitations are open to full and open competition. Organized under the Commonwealth of Virginia, the Virginia Highlands Airport Authority operates the regional airport at Abingdon, managing all land, facilities, and aviation-related assets within its jurisdiction. It employs standard federal procurement vehicles for construction and professional services, relying on competitive bidding and negotiated contracts to fulfill its mission. The agency functions as an independent authority with direct oversight of capital projects and operational maintenance programs.

How do I find contracts from Virginia Highlands Airport Authority?

You can find contracts from Virginia Highlands Airport Authority on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

What contracts does Virginia Highlands Airport Authority award?

Virginia Highlands Airport Authority awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

How do I do business with Virginia Highlands Airport Authority?

To do business with Virginia Highlands Airport Authority, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

Who are the top contractors for Virginia Highlands Airport Authority?

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Where is Virginia Highlands Airport Authority located?

Virginia Highlands Airport Authority is located in Abingdon, VA. While the agency may have offices in multiple locations, contract opportunities can be performed at various places of performance across the country.

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Virginia Highlands Airport Authority

Part of Virginia · Abingdon, Virginia

The Virginia Highlands Airport Authority is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and strategic development of regional aviation infrastructure serving southwestern Virginia. Its core mission centers on enhancing airport safety, capacity, and operational efficiency through targeted infrastructure investment and technical modernization.

Virginia Highlands Airport Authority is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors.

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