July 2025 Rate Case

I did not hear of an SCF discount going away. The zone change is being proposed for January 2026. SCF rates are not being eliminated, but their discounts are diminishing. Zone pricing will apply only to non-destination entered mail.

If mailing after July 13th, mixed NDC pallets (now called mixed working pallets) will not be labeled using the labeling list anymore. The USPS will process them based on the mixed status, not their entry location.

Yes. HPM (Heavy Printed Matter) is proposed to replace BPM parcels. It’s not yet approved and won’t be implemented until at least January. Marketing mail will be expanded to include some of what BPM previously covered.

Yes, new BPM rates will be included and updated in the software.

Yes, “AG” will remain in use. It now refers to both mixed NDC and mixed working pallets, since the structure remains similar.

Yes, it will assign based on SCF only and will exclude NDC entry points as per DMM rules.

Hopefully by next week, though no final date is confirmed. Some Ignite updates are more complex due to the NDC changes.

Not sure yet. That’s being followed up with the USPS. Currently, the timing/location entry rules are confirmed, but not the addressing requirements.

Market Dominant rates have been approved. Competitive rates are pending. A rate delay is unlikely, though some in the industry have raised concerns.

USPS is discussing a grace period but hasn’t released official documentation. Watch for industry alerts.

The Mail Manager full service version should be available early next week or the following week.

Correct. It only applies to drop shipments.

If you can sort to SCF, you can claim SCF rates. If not, the mail will default to mixed rates without destination discounts.

Possibly. Most should be ignored if outdated, but you should spot check for correctness. Automation may require updates.

• Parameters/settings related to NDC pallets were removed (no longer applicable).
• Mixed NDC pallet levels have been changed to “Mixed” where applicable.
• Pallet height specifications remain unchanged where levels still apply.
• “No Sorting After” scheme blocks were updated; some levels were removed.
• Users should review job updates and contact support if needed.

• With major changes, it’s worth re-evaluating Co-Pal and commingling.
• SCF pallets are especially beneficial for First-Class Mail.
• Benefits include better pricing, visibility, and delivery predictability.
• Consider adjusting SCF pallet minimums; smaller SCF pallets may be more cost-effective now.
• Making as many SCF pallets as possible will be beneficial.

• Don’t install the rate case until you’re ready to use it in production.
• If possible, install on a test machine first.
• Installing early could lead to needing a rollback, which is time-consuming.
• Sorting now for post-July 13 mail may be risky without USPS clarity on grace periods.
• Recommended: Begin experimenting by removing NDC sortations in current setups.

• Standard minimum is 250 lbs.
• Some local facilities may allow less (e.g., ~100 lbs), based on agreements.
• Applies across classes but subject to local verification rules.

• Noted as an enhancement request.
• Some BCC products support dual environments now, but a toggle would simplify user experience.

• It’s removed from automation marketing mail.
• Mail drops to the more favorable 5-digit automation rate.
• Most BCC products already had a “prefer 5-digit” setting.

• Option was called “Prefer 5-Digit Auto and Skip BCR Basic.”
• Basic Carrier Route will automatically downgrade to 5-digit when not qualified.

• Expected between the PostalOne! go-live and the July 13 implementation.
• No confirmed date yet; still under development.

• Expecting release possibly this week or early next.
• Goal is to release before July 13.

• You’ll get pre-July 13 rates, but statements will reflect post-July 13 pricing.
• Could create confusion, especially in sortation/container prep.

• DML will be labeled as “Plus One” on postage statements.
• Additional entry/drop date rules may apply later—but not fully defined yet.
• Awaiting clearer USPS guidance.

• Awaiting PRC approval for competitive products.
• Could be published as late as July 12 (day before rate change).