USPS Accidentally Files Same Shipping Notice Twice, Nobody Notices
Published Date: 1/7/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service is adding a new shipping deal for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage to its list of special contracts starting January 7, 2025. This change affects businesses using these services by offering new negotiated rates and options. It’s a smart move to keep shipping competitive and flexible for customers who ship a lot.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
New USPS Negotiated Shipping Contract
The Postal Service filed to add a new domestic negotiated service agreement (Contract 1218) for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage. The filing was made December 30, 2024 and the required notice date is January 7, 2025 (see PRC Docket Nos. MC2025-1024 and K2025-1023). This adds a new shipping option that, per the notice, offers negotiated rates and options for businesses that ship frequently.
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