Postal Commission Eyes New Competitive Mail Deals
Published Date: 7/21/2026
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 weigh in by July 24, 2026. These changes could affect businesses using these mail options and might impact pricing or service terms soon. It’s a chance to have your say before new postal products roll out!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Priority Mail Contract Amendment Open
The Postal Service filed an amendment to Priority Mail & USPS Ground Advantage Contract 813 (Docket K2025-1611) that the Postal Regulatory Commission accepted on July 16, 2026. The public may submit comments on that filing by July 24, 2026 at the Commission's website.
New Mid‑Market Standardized Product
The Postal Service requested adding a new Mid-Market standardized distinct product, PM-GA Contract 1045 (Dockets MC2026-312 and K2026-308), and the Commission accepted the filing on July 16, 2026. The notice states that requests to add or amend such standardized distinct products are reviewed in summary proceedings and that the Commission does not appoint a Public Representative or request public comment for those proceedings.
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