Postal Service Seeks Input on Tweaks to Competitive Mail Deals
Published Date: 4/6/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service wants to add or change some special deals for competitive mail services, and the Postal Regulatory Commission is asking the public to weigh in by April 9, 2026. These changes could affect businesses using these services and might shake up pricing or options soon. If you use or watch postal services, now’s the time to speak up and see what’s coming!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Comment Window on Contract Amendment
The Postal Service filed an amendment to Priority Mail & USPS Ground Advantage Contract 371 (Docket K2025-6), accepted April 1, 2026. The Commission appointed a Public Representative for that proceeding and the public may submit comments by April 9, 2026.
Three New Fulfillment Products Added Without Comment
The Postal Service requested to add three new Fulfillment Standardized Distinct Products (PM-GA Contract 948, 949, and 950) with filing acceptance on April 1, 2026 (Docket Nos. MC2026-185/186/187). Those requests are being reviewed in summary proceedings, and pursuant to the rules the Commission will not appoint a Public Representative or request public comment for those Section III proceedings.
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