USPS Launches New Negotiated Rates for Priority Mail Services
Published Date: 1/22/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service is rolling out new special shipping deals for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage. These Negotiated Service Agreements mean certain customers get custom rates and options starting early 2026. If you ship a lot, these changes could save you money and speed up your deliveries!
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New USPS Negotiated Shipping Deals
If you run a business that ships a lot, the U.S. Postal Service filed new Negotiated Service Agreements for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage that may give certain customers custom rates and options starting early 2026. The Postal Service filed four contracts on 01/12/2026, 01/15/2026, and 01/16/2026 (dockets MC2026-148 through MC2026-151; K2026-148 through K2026-151).
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