Fact Sheets
06/24/2013
Folded Self-Mailer (FSM) Reference Material

This document provides summarized information for the standards that Folded Self-Mailers (FSM) and specific Unenveloped mailpiece designs must meet to receive automation letter discounts.

Announcements
05/17/2013
Licensing Announcement: Reminder on Electronic Product Fulfillment (EPF) for Large Files Beta Test

This licensing announcement serves as a reminder that the EPF for Large Files beta test concludes on Saturday, June 15, 2013.

Announcements
05/07/2013
CASS™ and MASS™ Cycle O Deferment Letter

This letter announces the deferment of CASS™/MASS™ Cycle O implementation.

FAQs
04/11/2013
MTEOR Inventory Reporting FAQs

This document provides a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for MTEOR Inventory Reporting.

Applications/ Forms
03/29/2013
PS 5053: Bulk Proof of Delivery Application

Bulk proof of delivery provides mailers the opportunity to receive proof of delivery (delivery record) information in bulk. Participation is limited to mailers who use a Mailer ID in their labels or in an electronic file. Mailers previously registered with the Postal Service™ may use their existing Mailer ID. Customers not previously registered with the Postal Service will be assigned a Mailer ID. Mailers must complete a certification process and/or authorization process to participate.

Tools
03/29/2013
Computerized Delivery Sequence (CDS) Conversion Software (Windows7)

This document contains Windows 7 Conversion software for the CDS product.

Applications/ Forms
03/15/2013
Manifest Analysis Certification (MAC™)/MAC Gold™ Customer Charge Form

This document is a charge form for MAC™/MAC Batch™.

Fact Sheets
03/14/2013
Multiline Optical Character Readers (MLOCR) Presentation of Residual Mail

This document provides a presentation of the Commercial Residual Mail Portion from an MLOCR Presorted orAutomation Letter First-Class Mail.

Announcements
02/25/2013
Licensing Announcement: NCOALink® Reporting Requirements

Effective with the March 2013 reports, the USPS® will be validating the Monthly NCOALink reports for accuracy. Licensees and vendors will be required to provide corrected reports to the USPS in accordance with the Licensee Performance Requirements.

Announcements
02/25/2013
Licensing Announcement: NCOALink® Reporting Reminder

This licensing announcement covers new changes to NCOALink reporting compliance.

Fact Sheets
02/25/2013
First-Class Mail® (FCM) Residuals

This document contains facts and information on First-Class Mail residuals.

Announcements
02/22/2013
Electronic Product Fulfillment (EPF) for Large Files

As an effort to provide a more efficient method for USPS® product fulfillment, the USPS is seeking beta testers for a new electronic product fulfillment service.

Quick Service Guides
02/01/2013
Backorder Process Guide

Backorders allow Mailers to know when an order cannot be filled by the original sourcing due to lack of inventory. This document outlines the backorder process.

Quick Service Guides
02/01/2013
Order Details Overview

The following document is designed to help you to understand the order detail page and associated information.

Applications/ Forms
01/29/2013
PS Form 5113: Barcode Certification Customer Application

This application form is for the following certification programs: Delivery Confirmation, Parcel Barcode, Parcel Return Services, Express Mail, Flat Container Label, International Customs, Sack Container Label, International Customs, Sack Container Label, Special Services, and Signature Confirmation Services. 

 

Quick Service Guides
01/16/2013
Address Element Correction (AEC) Calculator Instructions

Instructions for using the AEC calculator, which estimates the potential return on investment for mailers utilizing AEC/AECII® service.

Announcements
01/11/2013
Licensing Announcement: NCOALink® Pricing Changes Reminder

This licensing announcement serves as a reminder, effective January 27, most of the NCOALink licensing fees will change.

Announcements
01/11/2013
Licensing Announcement: NCOALink® MPE Pricing Changes Reminder

This licensing announcement serves as a reminder that the NCOALink Mail Processing Equipment (MPE) licensing fees will change on January 27, 2013.

Applications/ Forms
01/10/2013
Sample AIS Order Form reflecting RDI™

This document contains the Sample AIS Order Form reflecting RDI™.

Announcements
01/10/2013
Transition of the RDI™ Product to an AIS

To facilitate the needs of the mailing industry, the USPS® has decided to categorize the RDI™ Product as an AIS (Address Information System) data product, effective January 27, 2013. As a result of this change, the parcel shipping requirement, as well as the RDI License Agreement, will be eliminated.

Presentations
01/08/2013
IMpb ACS and IMpb ACS with Shipper Paid Services

This document provides information on IMpb ACS and IMpb ACS with Shipper Paid Services. Currently ACS with Shipper Paid Forwarding (SPF) is only available via the Traditional ACS method.

Fact Sheets
01/03/2013
Barcode Identifier

This document provides an overview of Barcode Identifier field and a table of the optional endorsement line (OEL) codes for use within the Intelligent Mail barcode.

FAQs
01/01/2013
ACS™ Announcement: Traditional ACS™ Service Type ID FAQ

This document details frequently asked questions regarding the Traditional ACS required change.

Applications/ Forms
01/01/2013
PS Form 5114: Barcode Certification Printer Submission Form

This certification application is for printers interested in participating in any of the following services: Delivery Confirmation™, Express Mail®, Flat Container Label, International Customs, Parcel Barcodes, Parcel Return Services (PRS), Sack Container Label, Signature Confirmation™, Special Services, Tray Container Label.

Applications/ Forms
01/01/2013
Computerized Delivery Sequence (CDS) Renewal Web Access Request Form

This document contains a web access request form for CDS.