USPS Adds Ground Advantage Deal to Shipping Contracts List
Published Date: 4/2/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service is asking for approval to add a new shipping deal called USPS Ground Advantage® to its list of special contracts. This change affects businesses that ship packages and could save them money with negotiated rates. The update is coming soon, so shippers should keep an eye out for new options and pricing.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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New USPS Ground Advantage Deal
The Postal Service filed to add a new negotiated shipping contract called USPS Ground Advantage® to its list of special contracts. If you are a business that ships packages, this contract could offer negotiated rates that may lower your shipping costs, so shippers should watch for the new options and pricing.
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