Starr Thompson

Starr Thompson serves as a key procurement professional within the U.S. Government Publishing Office, supporting the agency’s mission to produce, distribute, and preserve official federal publications in secure, standardized formats. Responsible for managing commercial printing acquisitions, Thompson ensures the timely delivery of critical citizen-facing documents—including Social Security cards, IRS materials, immigration forms, and Veterans Affairs certificates—through compliant, high-integrity contracting processes. Their work directly enables the agency’s mandate to maintain public trust in government documentation by sourcing reliable, high-volume printing services that meet strict federal security and quality standards. Thompson maintains consistent relationships with core contractors including Liberty Communications, Inc. and THE SMEAD MANUFACTURING COMPANY, both of which provide specialized commercial printing and document production services. These partnerships are characterized by long-term operational reliability, adherence to federal printing specifications, and repeat contract performance. While other vendors contribute minimally to the portfolio, the agency relies heavily on these established suppliers for mission-critical output, reflecting a preference for proven capabilities over frequent vendor rotation. Thompson’s procurement activity reflects a 100% no set-aside approach, with no use of 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic programs. This reflects a strategic focus on technical capability and scale over socioeconomic preferences, prioritizing the uninterrupted production of sensitive government documents that demand precision and continuity over small business participation metrics. The primary NAICS focus is 323111 (Commercial Printing, except Screen and Books), accounting for 93.8% of acquisitions, with 323117 (Books Printing) making up the remainder. Thompson specializes in high-volume offset and digital printing, secure document assembly, and compliance-driven production workflows for federally mandated publications, demonstrating deep expertise in government-specific printing standards and security protocols.