Postal Service Tinkers With Niche Shipping Deals
Published Date: 6/22/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service wants to add or change some special mail deals that compete with other delivery options. This affects businesses and customers who use these competitive services, and the Postal Regulatory Commission is asking for public feedback before making decisions. Keep an eye out soon—these changes could impact how some mail products work and possibly their prices.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 1 mixed.
Three New Competitive Postal Contracts
The Postal Service filed requests to add three standardized distinct Competitive products: PM-GA Contract 1017, PM-GA Contract 1018, and PM-GA Contract 1019. Each filing was accepted on June 16, 2026 and will be reviewed as a standardized distinct product in a summary proceeding under 39 CFR 3041.325.
No Public Comment for These Requests
These three filings are treated as standardized distinct product requests 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 proceedings that review such standardized distinct product requests.
Some Filing Materials Filed Under Seal
The public portions of the Postal Service's requests are available on the Commission's website, while non-public portions, if any, are filed under seal and can be accessed only through compliance with the requirements of 39 CFR 3011.301. The notice cites Order No. 4679 (June 27, 2018) regarding non-public information procedures.
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