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SM Operations has established a TMSP to manage nonmail freight transactions, which are all supplies, parts, and equipment used for Postal Service operations. TMSP is a 4PL, which manages other logistics providers under contract. Upon entering a move order into the TMSP’s order module, the TMSP will manage the order through all subsequent phases, including coordination of pickup and delivery, preaudit of invoices, and carrier payment. The TMSP is under contract to the Postal Service and responsible for transactional performance, managing carrier performance and rates, claims processing, and various other contracted responsibilities. Billings for these services will be charged back to the “bill to” finance number provided by the originating office. The item manager, with the support of the purchase/SCM team, will analyze transportation requirements and follow the guidelines provided by SM Operations on any shipments that potentially can move on nonmail freight. Authorized field sites will be given access to the TMSP for management of locally generated shipments. Property ownership normally transfers to the Postal Service when it is accepted by the commercial carrier; however other arrangements can be established in the contract, if there is a reason to have the supplier keep the risk.
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