Federal Register #PI2020-1

PRC Requests Public Comment on Postal Monopoly Valuation Methodology

This notice from the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) seeks public input on its methodology for estimating the value of the postal and mailbox monopolies. - Government Buyer: - Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) - Purpose: - Soliciting public comment on the methodology used to estimate the value of the postal monopoly and mailbox monopoly - Focus on evaluating the use of Rural Route Evaluated Compensation study (RRECS) data as a replacement for Rural Mail Count (RMC) data - Seeking suggestions for improving accuracy and adapting SAS programs for volume variability calculations - Products/Services: - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Administrative in nature; request for public comment rather than procurement - Emphasis on data sources and statistical methodology improvements

Description

The Postal Regulatory Commission is acknowledging its filing of the explanation of its current methodology for estimating the value of the postal monopoly and the mailbox monopoly. This notice informs the public of the filing, invites public comment, and takes other administrative steps. The Commission is seeking comments on the use of Rural Route Evaluated Compensation study (RRECS) data in the estimation methodology and any adjustments to improve accuracy. Comments are due by August 31, 2026, with reply comments due by September 14, 2026.

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