The U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO) has awarded $385 million in printing and service contracts to a select group of private-sector companies, with Xerox and Lexmark securing the lion’s share of the deals. This strategic move is part of the GPO’s ongoing initiative to modernize its operations by outsourcing a significant portion of its printing services to private companies, enabling greater efficiency and cost savings.

Both Xerox and Lexmark, two of the largest players in the commercial printing and imaging sector, have been tapped for their expertise and technological capabilities. These companies will provide a wide range of services, including high-volume printing, finishing, and direct mail for federal agencies, which are crucial to the government’s public communication efforts.
The decision to award these substantial contracts to established players like Xerox and Lexmark reflects the GPO’s desire to leverage the private sector’s innovative solutions and competitive pricing. By outsourcing routine printing tasks, the GPO can focus on more specialized, high-priority projects while also reducing taxpayer costs.
For Xerox and Lexmark, this is a significant win, positioning them as key partners in the federal printing landscape. It also serves to strengthen their reputations in the commercial printing market, opening doors for future opportunities both within government and in other sectors. As the GPO continues its modernization efforts, Xerox and Lexmark’s involvement signals a major shift in the way government printing needs will be met in the coming years.