USPS Pitches New Mail Deals for Regulator Nod
Published Date: 1/29/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service has asked for approval of new deals that change how some mail services work, aiming to keep things competitive and efficient. If you use or rely on postal services, these changes might affect pricing or options soon. Public comments are open until January 31, 2025, so now’s the time to speak up or learn more!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
New USPS Competitive Contracts Filed
You may see changes to Priority Mail, Priority Mail Express, or USPS Ground Advantage services soon. The Postal Service filed requests to add negotiated service agreements (Contracts 601, 602, 603, and 1321) to the Competitive product list with filing acceptance dates of January 23, 2025, and public comments due January 31, 2025.
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