The U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO) and FedEx Office have solidified their long-standing partnership by renewing the GPOExpress program agreement for another five years. This public-private collaboration offers significant benefits to federal agencies, primarily through discounted Fedex Printing Costs and a suite of business services. This renewal underscores the program’s success in providing cost-effective and convenient printing solutions to the government sector.
The GPOExpress program, initiated in 2005, leverages FedEx Office’s extensive network of over 1,800 locations nationwide. This widespread accessibility provides federal agencies with a “quick-print” solution that mirrors the efficiency and convenience enjoyed by private companies. Utilizing the GPOExpress card, government agencies gain access to pre-negotiated prices on a wide array of services, with FedEx printing costs significantly lower than standard retail rates – in some cases, up to 80% less. This substantial discount is a key advantage for agencies striving to maximize their operational budgets.
Under this renewed contract, FedEx Office will continue to offer a comprehensive suite of professional services tailored to the needs of federal agencies. These services extend beyond basic printing to include:
- Printing, Binding, and Finishing: High-quality document production with various binding and finishing options to ensure professional presentation.
- Banner and Sign Production: Creation of large format banners and signs for events, presentations, and informational purposes, all while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
- Direct Mail Services: Streamlined direct mail solutions for government communications, leveraging FedEx Office’s logistical capabilities.
- Digital Content Management through FedEx Office DocStore: Secure and efficient digital document management solutions, further enhancing operational efficiency and potentially reducing long-term FedEx printing costs associated with physical storage and handling.
Public Printer Bob Tapella highlighted the program’s value, stating, “Together with FedEx Office, GPO has created an incredible public-private partnership called GPOExpress delivering a cost effective, convenient way for federal agencies to meet their printing and communication needs. In these challenging fiscal times, GPO wants to help federal agencies get the maximum benefit out of their printing budgets, and the GPOExpress program is another tool agencies can use.” This emphasizes the program’s role in helping government agencies manage and potentially reduce their FedEx printing costs.
Brian Philips, president and CEO of FedEx Office, also commented on the program’s success: “The GPOExpress program has been an enormously successful initiative over the last five years, not only for GPO and FedEx Office, but for the federal agency customers we serve. More than 4,000 GPOExpresscardholders are utilizing this program to meet their immediate printing needs. We are proud to have developed a program that seamlessly meets the needs of the GPO and feel privileged to continue serving the U.S. government through this new contract.” The high adoption rate, with over 4,000 cardholders, demonstrates the program’s effectiveness and the real-world benefits of reduced FedEx printing costs and streamlined services.
Currently, 140 agencies across all three branches of the federal government participate in the GPOExpress program. Notable participants include the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Agriculture, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and Department of Veteran Affairs. FEMA, in particular, has relied exclusively on the GPOExpress program since 2006 to fulfill the printing demands of its critical on-the-ground response and recovery operations. This highlights the program’s reliability and scalability, even under demanding circumstances.
For federal agencies seeking to optimize their budgets and streamline their printing and business service procurement, the GPOExpress program, with its focus on reduced FedEx printing costs, presents a valuable solution. The renewed partnership between GPO and FedEx Office ensures continued access to these cost-saving benefits and convenient services for years to come. Agencies interested in learning more about the program and how to access these discounted FedEx printing costs can visit the GPO website for further details.
