Federal Register #Docket Nos. MC2026-196 and CP2026-5

USPS Proposed Rate and Classification Changes for Inbound Letter Post Small Packets

This notice from the Postal Regulatory Commission announces a United States Postal Service (USPS) filing regarding proposed rates and classification changes for Inbound Letter Post Small Packets (Inbound E-format Letter Post): - Government Buyer: - Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC), a U.S. federal agency - United States Postal Service (USPS) as the filing entity - OEMs and Vendors: - No commercial OEMs or vendors are involved; USPS is the only entity referenced - Products/Services Requested: - No procurement of products or services is taking place - The filing concerns regulatory changes to rates and classifications for the Inbound Letter Post Small Packets product - Changes are required to comply with Universal Postal Union (UPU) amendments adopted at the Dubai Congress - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The new rates and minor classification changes must be submitted to the UPU International Bureau - Public comment is invited to assess consistency with relevant statutes and regulations - The changes are scheduled to take effect in 2027 - No direct acquisition, contract, or purchase is involved; this is a regulatory review process for postal rates and classifications

Description

The Postal Regulatory Commission is recognizing a recent filing by the United States Postal Service regarding rates not of general applicability for its Inbound Letter Post Small Packets (Inbound E-format Letter Post) product. The filing includes proposed rates effective January 1, 2027, and minor classification changes to the Mail Classification Schedule to comply with amendments from the Universal Postal Union. The notice invites public comment on the filing and outlines administrative steps for review and approval.

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