Postal Commission Eyes New Mail Deals—Comment by Friday!
Published Date: 10/15/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service wants to add or change some special mail deals that compete with other delivery options. This affects businesses and customers who use these services, and the public can share their thoughts by October 17, 2025. These changes might shake up prices or options, so keep an eye out!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 2 mixed.
Changes to Priority Mail & Ground Contracts
The Postal Service filed amendments (accepted October 8, 2025) to negotiated service agreements for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select (see Docket Nos. CP2024-180 and K2025-726). If you are a business or customer that uses these services, these filings could change the price or options you see; public comments on these requests are due October 17, 2025.
New International Package Contracts Filed
The Postal Service asked to add international contracts for Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First‑Class Package International Service (Contract 92), filing accepted October 8, 2025 (Docket Nos. MC2026-10 and K2026-10). Shippers and customers who send packages abroad may see new contract terms or prices; public comments are due October 17, 2025.
New Fulfillment Standardized Product Added
The Postal Service requested adding a new Fulfillment standardized distinct product (PM‑GA Contract 877), filing accepted October 8, 2025 (Docket Nos. MC2026-16 and K2026-17). Standardized distinct products are reviewed in summary proceedings and, for such reviews, the Commission does not appoint a Public Representative or request public comment.
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