USPS Drops Another Shipping Contract – Ho Hum
Published Date: 3/20/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service is adding a new shipping deal for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage to its special contract list. This change affects businesses using these services and aims to offer better shipping options starting March 20, 2025. It could mean new pricing or service perks for customers who ship a lot with the USPS.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
New USPS negotiated shipping deal
If you run a business that ships, the Postal Service filed on March 10, 2025 to add a negotiated service agreement (Contract 1338) covering Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage to its Competitive Product List. The required notice date is March 20, 2025. This may mean new pricing or service perks for customers who ship a lot with USPS.
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Previous: 2025-04679, Product Change-USPS Ground Advantage® Negotiated Service Agreement
The Postal Service is adding a new shipping deal called USPS Ground Advantage Contract 12 to its list of special negotiated agreements. This change affects businesses and customers who use USPS for ground shipping, offering new options and pricing. The update was officially filed on March 10, 2025, and announced on March 20, 2025, signaling fresh opportunities for smarter shipping choices.
Next: 2025-04681, Product Change-Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage® Negotiated Service Agreement
The Postal Service is adding a new shipping deal for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage to its special contract list starting March 20, 2025. This change affects businesses and customers who use these services by offering new negotiated rates and options. It’s a smart move to keep shipping competitive and save money for those who ship a lot.