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NAICS Code· 323115

NAICS 323115: Digital Printing

NAICS Code 323115 covers the printing of materials using offset, digital, and other commercial printing technologies, including the production of brochures, forms, reports, security documents, and specialized printed materials for government use. This sector supports critical administrative, operational, and public-facing functions across federal agencies through high-volume, high-quality printed outputs—ranging from classified briefing packets and regulatory publications to training manuals and identification cards. While digital transformation has reduced reliance on physical media, printed materials remain essential for secure, tamper-resistant, and distribution-critical applications where electronic alternatives are impractical or prohibited. In the government contracting landscape, this NAICS code serves as a foundational support function, often embedded within broader procurement packages for communications, logistics, and records management. No contractor data is available to identify leading firms in this sector, but participants typically include commercial printers with federal certifications such as FedRAMP, ITAR, or CMMC compliance, as well as small businesses specializing in secure document production and print-on-demand services. The competitive landscape is fragmented, with many vendors operating under blanket purchase agreements or GSA schedules, often competing on turnaround time, quality control, and adherence to federal printing standards. No agency data is available to pinpoint primary buyers, but demand is generally driven by agencies requiring secure, auditable, and compliant printed outputs—such as the Department of Defense, General Services Administration, Social Security Administration, and U.S. Postal Service—for internal operations, public outreach, and legal documentation. The market is characterized by steady, low-volume demand with high regulatory barriers. Opportunities exist for contractors with expertise in secure printing environments, color fidelity, compliance with Federal Standard 123, and integration with digital workflow systems. While automation and digitization continue to reshape the sector, niche demand for physical, tamper-evident, and archival-quality prints ensures sustained relevance in federal procurement.Show more

NAICS Code 323115 covers the printing of materials using offset, digital, and other commercial printing technologies, including the production of brochures, forms, reports, security documents, and specialized printed materials for government use. This sector supports critical administrative, operational, and public-facing functions across federal agencies through high-volume, high-quality printed outputs—ranging from classified briefing packets and regulatory publications to training manuals and identification cards.

Industry Spending Overview

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AI Industry Description

NAICS Code 323115 covers the printing of materials using offset, digital, and other commercial printing technologies, including the production of brochures, forms, reports, security documents, and specialized printed materials for government use. This sector supports critical administrative, operati...

NAICS Code 323115 covers the printing of materials using offset, digital, and other commercial printing technologies, including the production of brochures, forms, reports, security documents, and specialized printed materials for government use. This sector supports critical administrative, operational, and public-facing functions across federal agencies through high-volume, high-quality printed outputs—ranging from classified briefing packets and regulatory publications to training manuals and identification cards. While digital transformation has reduced reliance on physical media, printed materials remain essential for secure, tamper-resistant, and distribution-critical applications where electronic alternatives are impractical or prohibited. In the government contracting landscape, this NAICS code serves as a foundational support function, often embedded within broader procurement packages for communications, logistics, and records management. No contractor data is available to identify leading firms in this sector, but participants typically include commercial printers with federal certifications such as FedRAMP, ITAR, or CMMC compliance, as well as small businesses specializing in secure document production and print-on-demand services. The competitive landscape is fragmented, with many vendors operating under blanket purchase agreements or GSA schedules, often competing on turnaround time, quality control, and adherence to federal printing standards. No agency data is available to pinpoint primary buyers, but demand is generally driven by agencies requiring secure, auditable, and compliant printed outputs—such as the Department of Defense, General Services Administration, Social Security Administration, and U.S. Postal Service—for internal operations, public outreach, and legal documentation. The market is characterized by steady, low-volume demand with high regulatory barriers. Opportunities exist for contractors with expertise in secure printing environments, color fidelity, compliance with Federal Standard 123, and integration with digital workflow systems. While automation and digitization continue to reshape the sector, niche demand for physical, tamper-evident, and archival-quality prints ensures sustained relevance in federal procurement.

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 323115, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Usually Single-Bid

Half or more of reported awards drew exactly one bidder, usually a sign of incumbent-held work rather than an open field. · 1,971 reported awards

Median Bidders

1

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

56%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

4%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

79% of 2,501 total awards

Bidder Count Distribution by Fiscal Year

Share of reported awards in each bidder-count bracket per federal fiscal year.

How this code compares up the NAICS hierarchy. Parent cohorts pool every code under their prefix, so they are the steadier baseline when a 6-digit sample is thin.

Industry FamilyCompetitionMedian BiddersSingle-BidBidder MixReported Awards
323115This Code
Digital Printing
Usually Single-Bid156%
1,97179% of 2,501
32311NAICS Industry
Usually Single-Bid161%
74,30548% of 153,713
3231Industry Group
Printing and Related Support Activities
Usually Single-Bid161%
75,48248% of 156,004
323Subsector
Usually Single-Bid161%
75,48248% of 156,004
32Sector
Manufacturing
Moderate Competition331%
3,145,73729% of 10,805,773

Bidder counts reported on past federal awards in this NAICS (USAspending). An open opportunity has no bidders yet, so this is the historical norm for similar work, not a fact about this solicitation. Not all awards report bidder counts, and fewer bidders often means incumbent-held work rather than an easier win. Federal reporting of bidder counts fell from ~96% of awards (FY2016) to ~30% (FY2018 onward); the chart shows shares of reported awards, and washed-out stretches mark years with fewer than 30 of them.

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NAICS 323115 FAQ

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NAICS code 323115 covers Digital Printing. NAICS Code 323115 covers the printing of materials using offset, digital, and other commercial printing technologies, including the production of brochures, forms, reports, security documents, and specialized printed materials for government use. This sector supports critical administrative, operational, and public-facing functions across federal agencies through high-volume, high-quality printed outputs—ranging from classified briefing packets and regulatory publications to training manuals and identification cards. While digital transformation has reduced reliance on physical media, printed materials remain essential for secure, tamper-resistant, and distribution-critical applications where electronic alternatives are impractical or prohibited. In the government contracting landscape, this NAICS code serves as a foundational support function, often embedded within broader procurement packages for communications, logistics, and records management. No contractor data is available to identify leading firms in this sector, but participants typically include commercial printers with federal certifications such as FedRAMP, ITAR, or CMMC compliance, as well as small businesses specializing in secure document production and print-on-demand services. The competitive landscape is fragmented, with many vendors operating under blanket purchase agreements or GSA schedules, often competing on turnaround time, quality control, and adherence to federal printing standards. No agency data is available to pinpoint primary buyers, but demand is generally driven by agencies requiring secure, auditable, and compliant printed outputs—such as the Department of Defense, General Services Administration, Social Security Administration, and U.S. Postal Service—for internal operations, public outreach, and legal documentation. The market is characterized by steady, low-volume demand with high regulatory barriers. Opportunities exist for contractors with expertise in secure printing environments, color fidelity, compliance with Federal Standard 123, and integration with digital workflow systems. While automation and digitization continue to reshape the sector, niche demand for physical, tamper-evident, and archival-quality prints ensures sustained relevance in federal procurement.

Recently Posted in Digital Printing

NAICS: 323115
Closed
SLED
Promotional Items, Graphic Design, Digitized Logos and Digital Printing
Solicitation # IFB #26-145
King County Directors' Association (KCDA), a purchasing cooperative serving school districts, private schools, municipalities, and other public agencies primarily in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, and Montana, has issued an invitation for bids for services related to Promotional Items, Graphic Design, Digitized Logos, and Digital Printing. The contract, with an estimated annual value of $150,000 to $200,000, aims to secure vendors capable of providing these services to KCDA’s extensive membership, which includes over 1 million students and more than 5,000 delivery locations. Bidders are required to submit their responses by December 11, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. PST, ensuring their proposals arrive at KCDA’s office in Kent, Washington, before the deadline, as late submissions will not be considered. All responses must be submitted in sealed envelopes marked with the appropriate bid number and details; electronic submissions via email or fax are not accepted. Questions regarding the bid process are to be submitted exclusively through the designated online platform, Public Purchase, with no direct email or phone inquiries allowed. The procurement specialist overseeing this bid is Carmen Parker, whose contact details are provided for further assistance. The solicitation was published in early November 2025, with materials available for download on KCDA’s website and Public Purchase. The contract aims to facilitate KCDA’s procurement needs for promotional and branding services across its broad membership base, ensuring competitive bidding and compliance with submission requirements.
KCDA Purchasing Cooperative

POSTED

11 months ago

CLOSED

10 months ago
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NAICS: 323115
Closed
SLED
RTQ-01601- Open Pool Outreach Notification
Solicitation # RTQ-01601
Miami-Dade County's Strategic Procurement Department has issued a solicitation to establish a prequalification pool, designated as RTQ-01601, for vendors interested in providing lithographic inks, digital printing inks, developers, toner, printing plates, aqueous coatings, press chemicals, lithographic blankets, staples, consumables, and related services to various County departments in Florida. The purpose of this open pool is to streamline the procurement process for these supplies and services, ensuring qualified vendors are readily available to meet the County's needs. The solicitation, identified as EVN0034399, was posted on July 17, 2025, with a response deadline set for July 29, 2025. The contract size is estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000, reflecting the potential scale of procurement activities. Interested vendors are encouraged to respond within the specified timeframe to be considered for inclusion in this prequalification pool. The process is managed by Miami-Dade County's Strategic Procurement Department, and potential vendors can find additional information and submit their responses through the provided online portal. For inquiries or further details, contact Jerome Derival via email at jerome.derival2@miamidade.gov or by phone at 305-375-3803. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the County’s procurement operations by establishing a vetted pool of qualified suppliers capable of fulfilling a broad range of printing and chemical services.
Miami-Dade County Strategic Procurement

POSTED

about 1 year ago

CLOSED

about 1 year ago
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NAICS: 323115
Closed
SLED
254986 - Spoon Cards - WIC
Solicitation # SRC0000028748
The contract involves the provision of Spoon Cards in both English and Spanish languages, specifically tailored for the WIC program in Alabama. The solicitation, identified as SRC0000028748, was posted on June 17, 2025, with a response deadline set for June 20, 2025. The project is categorized as a solicitation with a contract value estimated between $50,000 and $150,000, indicating a moderate scope of work. The Alabama Department of SLED (State and Local Education Department) is the contracting organization, and the performance of the contract will occur within the state of Alabama. The procurement process adheres to the State of Alabama’s Quick Quote Standard Terms and Conditions, which govern participation, compliance, and contractual obligations, including legal and tax considerations. The contract aims to ensure that the Spoon Cards are accessible in both English and Spanish to effectively serve diverse populations within the WIC program. The procurement emphasizes adherence to state laws, including tax exemptions and legal compliance, with a focus on timely delivery and quality standards. The provided link offers further details on the procurement process and management, ensuring transparency and adherence to Alabama’s procurement policies. Overall, this contract seeks to secure a reliable supplier capable of delivering bilingual educational or informational cards that support the nutritional assistance efforts of the WIC program in Alabama.
Alabama

POSTED

over 1 year ago

CLOSED

over 1 year ago
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