Chuck Szopo

Chuck Szopo serves as a secondary procurement contact within the U.S. Government Publishing Office, supporting the agency’s mission to produce, distribute, and preserve official federal publications in secure, standardized formats. While not the lead contracting officer, he plays a critical role in facilitating acquisition processes for commercial printing and publishing services essential to citizen-facing documents such as Social Security cards, IRS forms, and immigration materials. His responsibilities include coordinating contract administration, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, and liaising with primary contracting personnel to execute high-integrity print and distribution requirements across the federal government. Szopo maintains consistent working relationships with key vendors including Liberty Communications, Inc. and The Smead Manufacturing Company, both of which provide specialized commercial printing and document management solutions. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established, experienced contractors capable of meeting stringent federal security and quality standards. These partnerships are typically formed through competitive sealed bidding under full and open competition, with minimal reliance on non-competitive or sole-source mechanisms. His contracting activity shows an overwhelming preference for full and open competition, with 99.1% of acquisitions issued without set-aside designations. While small business participation is minimal, the 0.9% of awards directed to 8(a) competitors indicate a willingness to engage certified small businesses when specific capabilities align with mission needs, though not as a primary sourcing strategy. The primary technical focus of his procurement support lies in NAICS 323111 (Commercial Printing), accounting for over 72% of activity, followed by commercial screen printing and book printing. He specializes in acquiring high-volume, secure, and standardized printed materials requiring precise color control, tamper-resistant features, and compliance with federal formatting guidelines—demonstrating deep familiarity with the technical demands of official government document production.