USPS Plots New Mail Tricks to Battle Delivery Rivals
Published Date: 5/4/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service wants to add or change some special mail deals that compete with other delivery options. This affects businesses and customers who use these competitive services, possibly changing prices or options soon. You’ve got until May 7, 2026, to share your thoughts before the Postal Regulatory Commission makes a decision.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Public Review: Priority Mail & Ground
The Postal Service asked the Postal Regulatory Commission to add Priority Mail & USPS Ground Advantage Contract 973 to the Competitive Product List (Docket Nos. MC2026-225 and K2026-223). The Commission accepted the filing April 29, 2026, appointed a Public Representative, and is accepting public comments through May 7, 2026.
New Mid‑Market PM‑GA Contracts
The Postal Service filed to add two new Mid‑Market standardized distinct products, PM‑GA Contract 972 (Docket Nos. MC2026-224 and K2026-222) and PM‑GA Contract 974 (Docket Nos. MC2026-226 and K2026-224), with filings accepted April 29, 2026. These are being reviewed in summary proceedings and, pursuant to the rules cited, the Commission will not request public comment or appoint a Public Representative for those proceedings.
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