Usps business bulk mail

The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers several options for businesses to send bulk mail at discounted rates. Here are some of the most common options:

1. Bulk Mail: Also known as Standard Mail, this is the most common type of bulk mail. It's used for sending large quantities of mail, such as catalogs, newsletters, and promotional materials.
   • Eligibility: Businesses with a minimum of 200 pieces of mail.
   • Discounts: Up to 15% off regular rates.
2. Presort Mail: This option is for businesses that want to take advantage of even deeper discounts by presorting their mail themselves.
   • Eligibility: Businesses with a minimum of 500 pieces of mail.
   • Discounts: Up to 30% off regular rates.
3. Automation Mail: This option is for businesses that use automated mail processing equipment to sort and prepare their mail.
   • Eligibility: Businesses with a minimum of 1,000 pieces of mail.
   • Discounts: Up to 40% off regular rates.
4. First-Class Mail: This option is for businesses that want to send large quantities of First-Class Mail, such as letters and flats.
   • Eligibility: Businesses with a minimum of 200 pieces of mail.
   • Discounts: Up to 10% off regular rates.

To take advantage of these discounts, businesses must meet certain requirements, such as:

• Using the correct postage and addressing
• Meeting specific formatting and content requirements
• Using a USPS-approved mailpiece design
• Complying with USPS regulations and guidelines

To get started with bulk mail, businesses can:

1. Contact their local USPS office or a USPS-approved mail service provider to discuss their needs and options.
2. Use the USPS online tool, Business Mail Entry System (BMES), to prepare and submit their mailpieces.
3. Use a USPS-approved software or service provider to help with mail preparation and tracking.

Some additional tips to keep in mind:

• Make sure to plan ahead and allow enough time for your mail to be processed and delivered.
• Use a consistent mail format and design to ensure efficient processing.
• Keep accurate records of your mailings to track response rates and measure the effectiveness of your campaigns.
• Consider using a USPS-approved mail service provider to help with mail preparation, tracking, and delivery.