USPS Drops New Postal Deal for Public Scrutiny
Published Date: 7/30/2026
Notice
Summary
The Commission is noticing a recent Postal Service filing for the Commission's consideration concerning a negotiated service agreement. This notice informs the public of the filing, invites public comment, and takes other administrative steps.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
USPS files international contract; comments due
The USPS filed to add Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International, and First‑Class Package International Service Contract 119 to the Competitive Product List; the filing was accepted July 27, 2026. The Commission appointed a Public Representative (Maxine Bradley) for the public proceeding and set a public comment deadline of August 4, 2026.
New USPS fulfillment standardized product filed
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