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NAICS Code· 323120

Support Activities for Printing

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in performing prepress and postpress services in support of printing activities. Prepress services may include such things as platemaking, typesetting, trade binding, and sample mounting. Postpress services include such things as book or paper bronzing, die cutting, edging, embossing, folding, gilding, gluing, and indexing. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 323120 – Support Activities for Printing encompasses specialized services that enable the production and distribution of printed materials without direct involvement in the printing process itself. This includes pre-press services such as digital file preparation, color management, plate making, and imposition; post-press functions like binding, laminating, die-cutting, and finishing; and logistics support including warehousing, fulfillment, and just-in-time delivery of printed outputs.

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Active Contracts
$311K
Total Obligations (12mo)
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Awarded Contracts (12mo)
12
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
-74.6%
YoY Growth

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Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 323120.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 323120 – Support Activities for Printing encompasses specialized services that enable the production and distribution of printed materials without direct involvement in the printing process itself. This includes pre-press services such as digital file preparation, color management, plate makin...

NAICS 323120 – Support Activities for Printing encompasses specialized services that enable the production and distribution of printed materials without direct involvement in the printing process itself. This includes pre-press services such as digital file preparation, color management, plate making, and imposition; post-press functions like binding, laminating, die-cutting, and finishing; and logistics support including warehousing, fulfillment, and just-in-time delivery of printed outputs. These support functions are critical to maintaining the integrity, scalability, and compliance of government-produced documents—from classified briefing packets and operational manuals to public-facing publications and secure identification materials. In the federal contracting landscape, this NAICS code serves as an essential enabler for agencies requiring high-volume, secure, and standardized print production, often integrated into broader communications, logistics, and information management workflows. No contractor data is available for this NAICS code. The Department of Defense is the primary agency awarding contracts under this NAICS code, driven by mission-critical needs for secure document handling, field-deployable printing support, and standardized production of training materials, intelligence briefs, and logistical documentation. Demand is closely tied to readiness initiatives, base operations, and expeditionary force sustainment programs requiring rapid, compliant, and auditable print workflows. The competitive landscape is characterized by niche service providers with specialized certifications in secure printing environments, including ITAR, CMMC, and FedRAMP compliance. Opportunities exist for contractors offering end-to-end print support with robust chain-of-custody protocols, automated workflow integration, and scalable fulfillment capabilities. Trends indicate growing demand for hybrid solutions that combine physical print support with digital asset management, reflecting the federal sector’s broader shift toward secure, hybrid information ecosystems.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 323120, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards
CompanyTotal AwardsContracts
HF GROUP LLC$100K2
KOENIG & BAUER BANKNOTE SOLUTIONS SA$46K1
KNOWLEDGEWORKS GLOBAL LTD$33K1
KNOWLEDGEWORKS GLOBAL LTD 410 HIGHWAY 25 S Brainerd MN 56401 USA$33K1
MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES$32K5
FINEBINDING, LLC$21K1
UNITED MACHINING NORTH AMERICA LLC$14K1
CARTRIDGE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC$13K1
JTF BUSINESS SYSTEMS CORPORATION$9K1
MELWOOD HORTICULTURAL TRAINING CENTER, INC.$7K1

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 323120.

Department Of Health And Human Services1 award$79K
Department Of The Treasury2 awards$60K
Department Of State7 awards$35K
Department Of The Interior1 award$33K
It Services Fws1 award$33K
National Gallery Of Artistic1 award$21K
Department Of Defense1 award$21K
Department Of Homeland Security1 award$13K
General Services Administration1 award$9K
National Endowment For The Humanities1 award$7K

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NAICS code 323120 covers Support Activities for Printing. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in performing prepress and postpress services in support of printing activities. Prepress services may include such things as platemaking, typesetting, trade binding, and sample mounting. Postpress services include such things as book or paper bronzing, die cutting, edging, embossing, folding, gilding, gluing, and indexing. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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