Today, Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) announced the U.S. General Services Administration awarded Stamford-based Pitney Bowes a $79 million, five-year contract. The contract is for mailing equipment, supplies, and mailing solutions. Pitney Bowes employs over 1,000 employees in their Stamford headquarters and Shelton operation.
“Pitney Bowes is an important member of our community, providing good-paying jobs and making our neighborhoods better through their Foundation,” said Himes. “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.”
“Pitney Bowes is proud to serve the US government with our solutions which help simplify shipping and mailing and save money,” said Daniel Goldstein, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, Pitney Bowes. “We appreciate all the work Congressman Himes does to advocate on behalf of Connecticut businesses.”
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.
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