USPS Seeks Approval for New Business Shipping Options
Published Date: 4/16/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service has asked for approval of new deals that offer special shipping options to businesses. These changes could mean more choices and possibly better prices for companies using competitive mail services. If you want to share your thoughts, you have until April 21, 2026, to comment!
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Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
New negotiated shipping deals for businesses
The Postal Service filed requests to add or modify Competitive negotiated service agreements that offer special shipping options to businesses. The filings were accepted on April 13, 2026, and the public may comment on certain requests by April 21, 2026.
Priority Mail/USPS Ground Contract 1500 filed
The Postal Service requested that Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage Contract 1500 be added to the Competitive Product List; that filing was accepted on April 13, 2026. The Commission opened a public proceeding for Docket Nos. MC2026-204 and K2026-203 and set a public comment deadline of April 21, 2026.
Four standardized fulfillment contracts added
The Postal Service requested adding four new fulfillment standardized distinct products — PM-GA Contracts 957, 958, 959, and 960 — and those filings were accepted on April 13, 2026. These standardized distinct product requests are being reviewed in summary proceedings, and the Commission will not appoint a Public Representative or request public comment for those dockets.
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