Post Office Seeks Approval for Mystery Negotiated Service Deal
Published Date: 11/26/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service has asked for approval of new or changed special deals for competitive mail services. This affects businesses using these services and could change prices or options soon. If you want to share your thoughts, comments are due by December 2, 2025.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 3 mixed.
Amendment to Priority Mail Contracts
On November 20, 2025 the Postal Service filed Amendment One to Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage Contract 1040 (Docket K2025-796). The filing is under review and public comments on this request are due December 2, 2025. Businesses that use these Priority Mail or Ground Advantage negotiated contracts could see changes to prices or service options if the amendment is approved.
New Priority Mail Contract Added
On November 20, 2025 the Postal Service filed a request to add Priority Mail Contract 947 to the Competitive Product List (Dockets MC2026-111 and K2026-111). The filing was accepted November 20, 2025 and public comments on this request are due December 2, 2025. Businesses that ship using Priority Mail could be affected by new negotiated rates or service terms if the contract is approved.
New Fulfillment Standardized Product
On November 20, 2025 the Postal Service filed to add a new fulfillment standardized distinct product, PM-GA Contract 928 (Dockets MC2026-112 and K2026-112). This standardized product type is reviewed in a summary proceeding, and the Commission does not request public comment or appoint a Public Representative for such summary proceedings. Businesses using fulfillment or e-commerce shipping services could be affected if the new product changes available rates or service options.
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