USPS Proposes New Mail Deals, Public Feedback Invited
Published Date: 5/14/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service wants to add or change special deals for competitive mail services, and the Postal Regulatory Commission is asking the public to share their thoughts by May 19, 2026. These changes could affect businesses using these mail services and might impact pricing or options soon. It’s a chance to weigh in on how mail deals evolve!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Parcel Select Contract Added
The Postal Service filed to add Parcel Select Contract 64 to the Competitive product list (Docket Nos. MC2026-237 and K2026-236). The filing was accepted May 11, 2026, and the Commission is accepting public comments on that filing through May 19, 2026.
New Fulfillment Standardized Product
The Postal Service filed to add a new Fulfillment standardized distinct product, PM-GA Contract 984, to the Competitive product list (Docket Nos. MC2026-236 and K2026-235). The filing was accepted May 11, 2026 and is being reviewed in a summary proceeding; the Commission will not appoint a Public Representative or request public comment for that summary proceeding.
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