Stamford-Based Pitney Bowes Receives $79M Federal Contract

STAMFORD, CT — The U.S. General Services Administration has awarded Stamford-based Pitney Bowes a five-year, $79 million contract, according to an announcement from Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04).

The contract is for mailing equipment, supplies and mailing solutions, according to a news release from Himes' office. Pitney Bowes employs over 1,000 employees in their Stamford headquarters and Shelton Technology Center.

"Pitney Bowes is an important member of our community, providing good-paying jobs and making our neighborhoods better through their Foundation," Himes said in a news release. "It’s always a good thing when we are able to bring federal dollars home to Connecticut where they’ll make their way into the pockets of our working families. I’ll keep working to make sure our families, neighborhoods, and businesses are getting their fair share."

Daniel Goldstein, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary for Pitney Bowes, said in a news release the company is "proud to serve" the U.S. government with solutions that help simplify shipping and mailing, and save money.

"We appreciate all the work Congressman Himes does to advocate on behalf of Connecticut businesses," Goldstein added.

Pitney Bowes opened their corporate headquarters in 1980 and their Shelton Technology Center in 1990. They serve over 750,000 businesses around the world and employ over 11,000 workers. Their Foundation has supported over 110,000 students and 1,425 non-profits.