Even NASA leases copiers.

So if you grew up wanting to be an astronaut and that didn't work out, there's still the possibility that your copiers could be leased by NASA. Here, you can learn more about NASA's RFP process for leasing copiers and the process they have designed to be as environmentally friendly as possible.

With over 2,000 copiers leased, NASA has some purchasing power. Even if you're only leasing two copiers, you can still learn something from how they approach the process.

Their machines are used on a cost per copy basis, in which they only pay for the prints run on their equipment. In addition, they have demanded onsite technical support and a minimum of 95 percent up time on their copiers. These requirements are all delineated in the RFP that is sent to potential vendors.

Decide what matters to you as part of a cost per copy lease? Do you want supplies to be included in the cost of the lease? Do you want a service guarantee (the answer should always be yes)?

If you're considering a copier lease, please consider talking to the Graphic Savings Group.