USPS Updates Priority Mail and Ground Shipping Agreements
Published Date: 12/9/2025
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service is updating its shipping deals for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage by adding new special contracts. These changes affect businesses and customers who use these services, aiming to offer better pricing and options starting in late 2025. Keep an eye out for these fresh deals that could save money and speed up your shipments!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
USPS Files New Negotiated Shipping Contracts
The U.S. Postal Service filed requests with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add multiple domestic Negotiated Service Agreements for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage. The filings were dated between November 24, 2025 and December 5, 2025 (dockets MC2026-117 through MC2026-130), with the required notice dated December 9, 2025.
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