Michael J. Sommer is a Manager. Michael is associated with 122 contracts. Activity spans Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books), Books Printing, and Support Activities for Printing.
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The C-17 Publications contract, issued by the United States Government Publishing Office under solicitation Program_1575s, focuses on the production of looseleaf technical and miscellaneous publications. The scope of work includes a variety of specialized operations such as DVD duplication, printing, imaging, the creation of tab dividers, binding, labeling, mailing, packing, and distribution.
This combined type contract is categorized under NAICS code 3231 and is managed by the Customer Services office located in Washington, DC. Interested parties must submit their responses by September 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Primary coordination for this requirement is handled by Russell Woodmancy, with Chuck Szopo serving as the secondary point of contact.
United States Government Publishing OfficeDC,
NAICS
3231
Printing and Related Support Activities
PSC
T001
Photographic, Mapping, Printing, and Publication Services
This contract involves the production of mailers and postcards for the Veterans Affairs Rapid Mailers project, encompassing a range of printed materials such as various types of letters, inserts, return envelopes, and mail-out envelopes. The required services include electronic prepress, four-color process printing, variable imaging, binding, construction, inserting, and distribution. The contract falls under NAICS code 323 and is managed by the Customer Services office located in Washington, DC.
The solicitation was posted on December 19, 2025, with a response deadline set for January 12, 2026. It is classified as a combined type contract, with no specific set-aside designation indicated. Primary contact for the contract is Felicia Buchko, with Michael Sommer serving as a secondary contact. Further details and complete specifications are accessible through the official government contract website.
United States Government Publishing OfficeDC,
PSC
T011
Photographic, Mapping, Printing, and Publication Services
The contract pertains to the production and management of legal materials, specifically focusing on appellate briefs, appendixes, and addendums. The required services include a comprehensive range of operations such as document pickup, electronic prepress, proofing, high-quality printing, digital and physical case management (including electronic case filing systems like CM/ECF and ACMS), finishing processes like perfect binding or single-stitching in the upper left corner, as well as packing and distribution of the finished publications. These operations must be applied consistently to all trim sizes unless otherwise specified within the specifications.
Orders under this contract primarily involve both the management of digital case files and the production of printed materials, though some orders may focus exclusively on file management. The contract is issued under the title “Appellate Briefs, Appendixes, and Addendums” by the United States Government Publishing Office, with its main office in Washington, DC. Solicitations opened on September 30, 2025, with a response deadline of October 21, 2025. Interested parties can contact Russell Woodmancy or Michael Sommer for further information. The contract targets NAICS code 32311, aligning with the printing industry, and all operations and deliveries are managed under the oversight of Customer Services within the GPO.
United States Government Publishing OfficeDC,
PSC
T001
Photographic, Mapping, Printing, and Publication Services
The contract titled "UCOR Business Cards" involves the production of business cards for the United States Government Publishing Office, specifically for the Customer Services division. The scope of work includes typesetting, creating PDF proofs, producing reproducibles, and printing or imaging the cards in full color. Additionally, the contract requires applying UV coating, cutting and trimming the cards to specified sizes, packing, and delivering the finished products. The solicitation was posted on September 18, 2025, with a response deadline set for September 26, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The contract is managed under NAICS code 32311 and is designated as a combined type of procurement, with no specific set-aside restrictions noted. The primary points of contact are Linda Price and Michael Sommer, both reachable via email and phone through the provided contact details. The contract is performed in Washington, DC, and aims to fulfill the printing needs of the federal agency efficiently and to specified quality standards.
United States Government Publishing OfficeDC,
PSC
T001
Photographic, Mapping, Printing, and Publication Services
The contract involves the production of legal publication materials, specifically Appellate Briefs, Appendixes, and Addendums, with a focus on both printing and case management services. The scope includes pickup, electronic prepress, proofing, printing, case management through the Electronic Case Filing system (CM/ECF), Appeals Case Management System (ACMS), perfect binding, and binding with a one-stitch in the upper left corner, along with packing and distribution. These specifications are applicable to all publications regardless of their trim sizes unless specified otherwise. The majority of orders will require both the production of printed materials and the management of case files, although some may only necessitate case management services.
The solicitation was posted on September 12, 2025, with a response deadline of September 26, 2025. The contract is managed by the United States Government Publishing Office, under the Office of Customer Services, located in Washington, DC. The NAICS code associated with this contract is 32311, indicating the manufacturing of paper and paperboard containers and boxes. Primary points of contact include Russell Woodmancy and Michael Sommer, who can be reached via email or phone for further inquiries. The contract aims to support the efficient production and management of legal publications for federal court proceedings and related activities.
United States Government Publishing OfficeDC,
PSC
T001
Photographic, Mapping, Printing, and Publication Services
This contract involves the production of print on demand river navigation charts, requiring the submission of digital files electronically prior to the creation of production samples. The scope includes printing and imaging in both black and full color, as well as binding, packing, and distribution of the finished products. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2025, with a response deadline set for July 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The contract is managed by the Office of Customer Services in Washington, DC, and falls under the NAICS code 32311, which pertains to printing and related activities. Interested vendors can contact Tetyana Rudenko or Michael Sommer for further details. The contract aims to support the distribution of navigation charts, essential for river navigation safety and operations.
United States Government Publishing OfficeDC,
PSC
T001
Photographic, Mapping, Printing, and Publication Services
The contract outlines the requirements for the production and timely delivery of envelopes specifically designed for use with IRS flat products, which play an integral role in handling time-sensitive taxpayer correspondence. The process includes multiple steps such as electronic order submission, creation of proofs and reproducibles, acceptance of prior-to-production samples, printing, envelope construction, packing, and final distribution. Precise and prompt delivery is emphasized due to the importance of these envelopes in avoiding stock shortages and ensuring the uninterrupted operation of IRS Processing Centers, where any delays could result in excess costs or workflow disruptions.
Issued by the United States Government Publishing Office, the solicitation, Program2559S, is active and seeks responses by June 24, 2025. It operates under the NAICS code 32311, relating to printing, and is managed from Washington, DC. Interested parties can contact Simone Silva-Sutton or Michael Sommer for further information. The contract underscores the critical nature of meeting production specifications and delivery schedules to support the IRS’s operational efficacy.
United States Government Publishing OfficeDC,
PSC
T001
Photographic, Mapping, Printing, and Publication Services
The contract involves the production of a self-cover pamphlet titled "The Mobility Forum," requiring comprehensive printing and distribution services. Key tasks include electronic prepress, proofing, creating reproducible materials, four-color process printing, binding, packing, mailing, and delivery. The project is overseen by the Customer Services office in Washington, DC, with a response deadline set for June 16, 2025. The solicitation is a combined type, indicating that multiple procurement procedures may be involved, and it falls under NAICS code 32311, which pertains to printing services. The contract aims to support the agency's communication needs by ensuring high-quality production and timely distribution of the pamphlet. Contact persons for inquiries are Russell Woodmancy and Michael Sommer, whose details are provided for further coordination.
United States Government Publishing OfficeDC,
PSC
T001
Photographic, Mapping, Printing, and Publication Services