Federal Register #2026-13235

PRC Public Inquiry on Estimation Methodology for Postal Monopoly Value

This opportunity is a public inquiry initiated by the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) regarding its methodology for estimating the value of the postal monopoly and mailbox monopoly. - Government Buyer: - Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement for products or services. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being requested or procured. - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The PRC seeks public comments on whether to use Rural Route Evaluated Compensation study (RRECS) data instead of Rural Mail Count (RMC) data for its estimation methodology. - The inquiry also invites suggestions for adjustments to improve the accuracy of the estimates. - Comments should address the use of route-specific information and its sensitivity prior to public filing. - Focus is on methodological enhancements and data sources for regulatory analysis, not on procurement.

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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