New Postal Products
Published Date: 1/17/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service has asked for approval of new deals and changes to some of its competitive mail products. This affects businesses and customers who use special mailing services, with a chance to comment by January 22, 2025. These updates could mean new options and pricing tweaks, so keep an eye out if you send or receive mail often!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
USPS Adds Multiple Shipping Contracts
The Postal Service asked the Postal Regulatory Commission to add several negotiated service agreements — including Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage contracts (notably contract 596 and contracts 1288 through 1299) — to the Competitive product list. The Commission accepted the filings on January 13, 2025, and public comments are due January 22, 2025. These filings may lead to new mailing options and possible pricing changes for businesses and customers who use special mailing services.
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