USPS Inks Deal for Express and Priority Shipping Savings
Published Date: 3/4/2025
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Summary
The Postal Service is teaming up with a partner to offer special deals on Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage® shipping. This new contract means customers could see fresh pricing options soon, making sending packages easier and possibly cheaper. Keep an eye out for these changes as they roll out!
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USPS Announces Special Shipping Pricing
The Postal Service filed to add a domestic Negotiated Service Agreement that covers Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage. Customers who use those services could see new pricing options soon that may make sending packages easier and possibly cheaper.
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