USPS pitches new mail perks—comment now or forever hold.
Published Date: 8/11/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service has asked for approval of new or updated special deals for competitive mail services. This affects businesses and customers who use these services, with the changes reviewed publicly and open for comments. Keep an eye out for official decisions soon, as these deals could impact pricing and options.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Three New USPS Competitive Contracts
The Postal Service filed requests to add three new standardized competitive products: PM-GA Contract 1060, PM-GA Contract 1061, and PM-GA Contract 1062. Each filing was accepted on August 6, 2026, and the agreements are negotiated service agreements for competitive mail services that could change pricing or service options for businesses that mail at scale.
May Affect Mail Users' Prices and Options
These new negotiated service agreements are for competitive mail products and could affect businesses and customers who use competitive mail services by changing pricing or available options. The filings were accepted on August 6, 2026, and could lead to changes that matter when you send or receive competitive mail services.
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