Postal Service Adds Overseas Shipping Contract
Published Date: 6/9/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service is adding a new international shipping deal for Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First-Class Package International. This change affects businesses and customers who send packages overseas, offering updated service options and pricing. The new contract kicks in soon after June 9, 2026, aiming to keep international shipping smooth and competitive.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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New USPS International Shipping Contract
If you run a business that ships packages overseas, the U.S. Postal Service filed a request on June 2, 2026 to add "Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International & First-Class Package International Service Contract 115" to the Competitive Product List. The notice date is June 9, 2026 and related documents are at PRC Docket Nos. MC2026-260 and K2026-258; the USPS describes the contract as taking effect soon after June 9, 2026.
Change to International Parcel Options for Customers
If you send packages overseas as an individual customer, the Postal Service filed on June 2, 2026 to add a new negotiated international shipping contract (Contract 115) and gave notice on June 9, 2026. The filing affects Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First-Class Package International service options and pricing and is described as taking effect soon after June 9, 2026.
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