USPS Seeks Nod for Fresh Mail Deals and Discounts
Published Date: 5/6/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service has asked for approval to add or change special deals for competitive mail services. This affects businesses and customers who use these services, possibly changing prices or options soon. The Postal Regulatory Commission is reviewing the requests and inviting the public to share their thoughts before making decisions.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 2 mixed.
New competitive mail deals proposed
The Postal Service filed requests to add or modify Competitive negotiated service agreements, which affect businesses and customers who use competitive mail services and could change prices or service options. The Postal Regulatory Commission is reviewing those requests and invites public comment as part of its review process.
Summary review limits public comment
The filing in this notice is a request to add a standardized distinct product, which is reviewed in a summary proceeding. Under 39 CFR 3041.405(c)-(d), the Commission does not appoint a Public Representative or request public comment for proceedings that review standardized distinct products.
USPS filed PM-GA Contract 976
On May 1, 2026, the Postal Service filed Docket Nos. MC2026-228 and K2026-226 seeking to add a new Fulfillment Standardized Distinct Product titled PM-GA Contract 976. The Commission accepted the filing and will review it under authorities including 39 U.S.C. 3642 and 3633 and 39 CFR 3041.325.
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