USPS Pitches New Shipping Deals for Business Customers
Published Date: 8/27/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service has asked for approval of new deals that offer special shipping options to businesses. These changes could affect companies using competitive mailing services and might change prices or services soon. Everyone can share their thoughts by September 1, 2026, so get ready to weigh in!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
New Competitive Shipping Contracts Filed
The Postal Service filed requests to add or modify Competitive negotiated service agreements including: Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International & First-Class Package International Service Contract 122 (Docket MC2026-357/K2026-348) and Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail & USPS Ground Advantage Contract 1508 (Docket MC2026-360/K2026-351). These filings were accepted August 24, 2026 and may affect companies that use competitive mailing services.
Some Contracts Reviewed Without Comment
Two filings to add standardized distinct products — PM-GA Contract 1075 (New Fulfillment) and PM-GA Contract 1076 (New Mid-Market) — were accepted August 24, 2026 and will be reviewed in summary proceedings. Pursuant to 39 CFR 3041.405(c)-(d), the Commission will not appoint a Public Representative or request public comment for such summary proceedings.
Public Comment Opportunity Deadline
For the public proceedings identified, the Commission invited public comment with a deadline of September 1, 2026. If you are a stakeholder (for example, a company using competitive mailing services), you can submit comments via the Commission's Filing Online system at https://www.prc.gov before that date.
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