Express, Priority, and Ground Advantage Get Another Contract
Published Date: 5/14/2025
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 starting May 14, 2025. This means businesses using these services could see new pricing options and benefits soon. If you ship packages, keep an eye out for potential savings and updated service choices!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
New USPS Negotiated Shipping Deals
The Postal Service filed to add a new domestic shipping services contract for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage to its Negotiated Service Agreements. Some customers will be offered special prices and shipping options that could save money or speed up delivery. The filing was made with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add the contract to the Mail Classification Schedule's Competitive Products List.
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