USPS Eyes New Perks for Business Mail Deals
Published Date: 4/15/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service has asked for approval of new deals that offer special shipping options to businesses. These changes could mean faster or cheaper mail services for companies using competitive products. If you’re a business or mail user, keep an eye out—public comments are open now, and decisions will come soon, possibly affecting prices and services.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 1 mixed.
Two New Mid‑Market Postal Deals
The U.S. Postal Service asked the Postal Regulatory Commission to add two new Mid‑Market Standardized Distinct Products: PM‑GA Contract 952 (Docket MC2026-200; K2026-199) and PM‑GA Contract 956 (Docket MC2026-201; K2026-200). The Commission accepted these filings on April 10, 2026 and will review them in summary proceedings under 39 CFR 3041.325.
Summary Review Means No Comment
The two PM‑GA filings are treated as standardized distinct products and will be reviewed in summary proceedings under 39 CFR 3041.325. Pursuant to 39 CFR 3041.405(c)-(d), the Commission does not appoint a Public Representative or request public comment for such summary proceedings.
Some Filing Materials Are Sealed
The notice states that public portions of the Postal Service's requests are on the Commission's website, while non‑public portions (if any) are available only by complying with 39 CFR 3011.301. The filings include notices of materials filed under seal.
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