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Finance

Electronic Mailing Addresses for Post Offices and Facilities

Effective with the implementation of Shared Services/Accounting (SS/A), the following policy and procedural change will occur concerning the electronic mailing address for Post Offices and facilities.

The three current electronic mailing address formats for Post Offices and facilities are as follows:

• ~09876 Postmaster (function designation)

• ~31454 Supervisor of Customer Service (function designation)

• ~91647 John Jones (specific name)

SS/A will no longer support electronic mailing addresses that contain a specific individual name in the address, as shown in the third example above.

All electronic mailing addresses must contain the ~, the 5-digit ZIP Code, and the function designation (e.g., ~ 22550 Postmaster).

Any current electronic mailing address with the function designation after the ~ and the 5-digit ZIP Code will remain the same under SS/A.

Any address with a specific name designation after the ~ and the 5-digit ZIP Code to be used for SS/A must be changed to show the function designation after the ~ and the 5-digit ZIP Code. The local site may retain the specific name designation for local use.

This policy change will ensure that necessary reports are distributed to the proper facilities and will reduce the maintenance of the electronic mailing addresses for these facilities. This change will be implemented as districts are migrated to SS/A.

- Revenue and Field Accounting,
Finance, 5-15-03


International Mail

ICM UPDATES

International Customized Mail

We have combined ICM updates into one Postal Bulletin article to save space and paper. 11 ICM updates appear here.

On March 12, 2003, the Postal Service entered into an International Customized Mail (ICM) Service Agreement with a Qualifying Mailer. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service now makes public the following information concerning the Agreement:

a. Term: March 26, 2003, through March 25, 2004

b. Type of mail: Global Express MailTM (EMS). Every item must conform to the mailing requirements set forth in the IMM for EMS.

c. Destination countries: Worldwide.

d. Service provided by the Postal Service: The Postal Service has agreed to transport EMS to international destinations for delivery by the appropriate authorities.

e. Minimum volume commitments: The Mailer has agreed to meet an annualized minimum commitment of 1,000 pieces of EMS.

f. Worksharing: The Mailer has agreed to:

1. Comply with the terms and conditions for mailing EMS as set forth in the IMM.

2. Pay postage for EMS by means of a dedicated Express Mail Corporate Account (EMCA) in accordance with the EMCA requirements set forth in the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM).

g. Rates: The Mailer has agreed to pay postage at a rate discounted at ten (10) percent off nondiscounted published rates in effect on the date of mailing in accordance with Exhibit 1.

Exhibit 1

Annualized Volume or Annualized Postage Discount Applied
600 - 999 pieces or
$12,000 - $19,999		 8%
1,000 - 2,999 pieces or
$20,000 - $59,999		 10
3,000 or more pieces or
$60,000 or more		 12

On April 11, 2003, the Postal Service entered into an International Customized Mail (ICM) Service Agreement with a Qualifying Mailer. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service now makes public the following information concerning the Agreement:

a. Term: April 25, 2003, through April 24, 2004.

b. Type of mail: Global Express MailTM (EMS). Every item must conform to the mailing requirements set forth in the IMM for EMS.

c. Destination countries: Worldwide.

d. Service provided by the Postal Service: The Postal Service has agreed to transport EMS to international destinations for delivery by the appropriate authorities.

e. Minimum volume commitments: The Mailer has agreed to meet an annualized minimum commitment of 3,000 pieces of EMS or $60,000 in postage for EMS.

f. Worksharing: The Mailer has agreed to:

1. Comply with the terms and conditions for mailing EMS as set forth in the IMM.

2. Pay postage for EMS by means of a dedicated Express Mail Corporate Account (EMCA) in accordance with the EMCA requirements set forth in the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM).

g. Rates: The Mailer has agreed to pay postage at a rate discounted at twelve (12) percent off nondiscounted published rates in effect on the date of mailing in accordance with Exhibit 1.

Exhibit 1

Annualized Volume or Annualized Postage Discount Applied
600 - 999 pieces or
$12,000 - $19,999		 8%
1,000 - 2,999 pieces or
$20,000 - $59,999		 10
3,000 or more pieces or
$60,000 or more		 12

On April 22, 2003, the Postal Service amended an International Customized Mail Service Agreement dated May 1, 2001. The Agreement was published on page 33 of Postal Bulletin 21966 (2-26-98). The Amendment modifies the term of the Agreement. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service previously announced entering into an International Customized Mail Service Agreement with this qualifying mailer and hereby makes public the following information regarding this Amendment:

a. Term: May 1, 2001, through June 30, 2003.

b. Type of Mail: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

c. Destination Countries: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

d. Service Provided by the U. S. Postal Service: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

e. Minimum Volume Commitments: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

f. Worksharing: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

g. Rates: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

On April 22, 2003, the Postal Service entered into an International Customized Mail (ICM) Service Agreement with a Qualifying Mailer. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service now makes public the following information concerning the Agreement:

a. Term: May 6, 2003, through May 5, 2004.

b. Type of mail: Global Express MailTM (EMS). Every item must conform to the mailing requirements set forth in the IMM for EMS.

c. Destination countries: Worldwide.

d. Service provided by the Postal Service: The Postal Service has agreed to transport EMS to international destinations for delivery by the appropriate authorities.

e. Minimum volume commitments: The Mailer has agreed to meet an annualized minimum commitment of $60,000 in postage for EMS.

f. Worksharing: The Mailer has agreed to:

1. Comply with the terms and conditions for mailing EMS as set forth in the IMM.

2. Pay postage for EMS by means of a dedicated Express Mail Corporate Account (EMCA) in accordance with the EMCA requirements set forth in the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM).

g. Rates: The Mailer has agreed to pay postage at a rate discounted at twelve (12) percent off nondiscounted published rates in effect on the date of mailing in accordance with Exhibit 1.

Exhibit 1

Annualized Volume or Annualized Postage Discount Applied
600 - 999 pieces or
$12,000 - $19,999		 8%
1,000 - 2,999 pieces or
$20,000 - $59,999		 10
3,000 or more pieces or
$60,000 or more		 12

On April 16, 2003, the U.S. Postal Service amended an International Customized Mail Service Agreement dated May 1, 2001. The Agreement was published on page 42 of Postal Bulletin 22057 (8-23-01). The Amendment modifies the term of the Agreement. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service previously announced entering into an International Customized Mail Service Agreement with this qualifying mailer and hereby makes public the following information regarding this Amendment:

a. Term: May 1, 2001, through June 30, 2003.

b. Type of Mail: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

c. Destination Countries: Worldwide.. All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

d. Service Provided by the U. S. Postal Service: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

e. Minimum Volume Commitments: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

f. Worksharing: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

g. Rates: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

On April 11, 2003, the Postal Service entered into an International Customized Mail (ICM) Service Agreement with a Qualifying Mailer. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service now makes public the following information concerning the Agreement:

a. Term: April 25, 2003, through April 24, 2006.

b. Type of mail: Global Express MailTM (EMS). Every item must conform to the mailing requirements set forth in the IMM for EMS.

c. Destination countries: Worldwide.

d. Service provided by the Postal Service: The Postal Service has agreed to transport EMS to international destinations for delivery by the appropriate authorities.

e. Minimum volume commitments: The Mailer has agreed to meet an annualized minimum commitment of 600 pieces of EMS.

f. Worksharing: The Mailer has agreed to:

1. Comply with the terms and conditions for mailing EMS as set forth in the IMM.

2. Pay postage for EMS by means of a dedicated Express Mail Corporate Account (EMCA) in accordance with the EMCA requirements set forth in the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM).

g. Rates: The Mailer has agreed to pay postage at a rate discounted at eight (8) percent off nondiscounted published rates in effect on the date of mailing in accordance with Exhibit 1.

Exhibit 1

Annualized Volume or Annualized Postage Discount Applied
600 - 999 pieces or
$12,000 - $19,999		 8%
1,000 - 2,999 pieces or
$20,000 - $59,999		 10
3,000 or more pieces or
$60,000 or more		 12

On April 22, 2003, the Postal Service entered into an International Customized Mail (ICM) Service Agreement with a Qualifying Mailer. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service now makes public the following information concerning the Agreement:

a. Term: May 6, 2003, through May 5, 2005.

b. Type of mail: Global Express MailTM (EMS). Every item must conform to the mailing requirements set forth in the IMM for EMS.

c. Destination countries: Worldwide.

d. Service provided by the Postal Service: The Postal Service has agreed to transport EMS to international destinations for delivery by the appropriate authorities.

e. Minimum volume commitments: The Mailer has agreed to meet an annualized minimum commitment of 3,000 pieces of EMS or $60,000 in postage for EMS.

f. Worksharing: The Mailer has agreed to:

1. Comply with the terms and conditions for mailing EMS as set forth in the IMM.

2. Pay postage for EMS by means of a dedicated Express Mail Corporate Account (EMCA) in accordance with the EMCA requirements set forth in the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM).

g. Rates: The Mailer has agreed to pay postage at a rate discounted at twelve (12) percent off nondiscounted published rates in effect on the date of mailing in accordance with Exhibit 1.

Exhibit 1

Annualized Volume or Annualized Postage Discount Applied
600 - 999 pieces or
$12,000 - $19,999		 8%
1,000 - 2,999 pieces or
$20,000 - $59,999		 10
3,000 or more pieces or
$60,000 or more		 12

On April 17, 2003, the U.S. Postal Service amended an International Customized Mail Service Agreement dated May 1, 2001. The Agreement was published on page 41 of Postal Bulletin 22054 (7-12-01). The Amendment modifies the term of the Agreement. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service previously announced entering into an International Customized Mail Service Agreement with this qualifying mailer and hereby makes public the following information regarding this Amendment:

a. Term: May 1, 2001, through June 30, 2003.

b. Type of Mail: Global Express MailTM (EMS), and Airmail Parcel Post. All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

c. Destination Countries: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

d. Service Provided by the U. S. Postal Service: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

e. Minimum Volume Commitments: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

f. Worksharing: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

g. Rates: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

On April 11, 2003, the Postal Service entered into an International Customized Mail (ICM) Service Agreement with a Qualifying Mailer. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service now makes public the following information concerning the Agreement:

a. Term: April 25, 2003, through April 24, 2004.

b. Type of mail: Global Express MailTM (EMS). Every item must conform to the mailing requirements set forth in the IMM for EMS.

c. Destination countries: Worldwide.

d. Service provided by the Postal Service: The Postal Service has agreed to transport EMS to international destinations for delivery by the appropriate authorities.

e. Minimum volume commitments: The Mailer has agreed to meet an annualized minimum commitment of 600 pieces of EMS.

f. Worksharing: The Mailer has agreed to:

1. Comply with the terms and conditions for mailing EMS as set forth in the IMM.

2. Pay postage for EMS by means of a dedicated Express Mail Corporate Account (EMCA) in accordance with the EMCA requirements set forth in the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM).

g. Rates: The Mailer has agreed to pay postage at a rate discounted at eight (8) percent off nondiscounted published rates in effect on the date of mailing in accordance with Exhibit 1.

Exhibit 1

Annualized Volume or Annualized Postage Discount Applied
600 - 999 pieces or
$12,000 - $19,999		 8%
1,000 - 2,999 pieces or
$20,000 - $59,999		 10
3,000 or more pieces or
$60,000 or more		 12

On April 22, 2003, the Postal Service entered into an International Customized Mail (ICM) Service Agreement with a Qualifying Mailer. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service now makes public the following information concerning the Agreement:

a. Term: May 6, 2003, through May 5, 2005.

b. Type of mail: Global Express MailTM (EMS). Every item must conform to the mailing requirements set forth in the IMM for EMS.

c. Destination countries: Worldwide.

d. Service provided by the Postal Service: The Postal Service has agreed to transport EMS to international destinations for delivery by the appropriate authorities.

e. Minimum volume commitments: The Mailer has agreed to meet an annualized minimum commitment of 3,000 pieces of EMS or $60,000 in postage for EMS.

f. Worksharing: The Mailer has agreed to:

1. Comply with the terms and conditions for mailing EMS as set forth in the IMM.

2. Pay postage for EMS by means of a dedicated Express Mail Corporate Account (EMCA) in accordance with the EMCA requirements set forth in the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM).

g. Rates: The Mailer has agreed to pay postage at a rate discounted at twelve (12) percent off nondiscounted published rates in effect on the date of mailing in accordance with Exhibit 1.

Exhibit 1

Annualized Volume or Annualized Postage Discount Applied
600 - 999 pieces or
$12,000 - $19,999		 8%
1,000 - 2,999 pieces or
$20,000 - $59,999		 10
3,000 or more pieces or
$60,000 or more		 12

On April 23, 2003, the U.S. Postal Service amended an International Customized Mail Service Agreement dated May 31, 2001. The Agreement was published on page 37 of Postal Bulletin 22027 (6-29-00). The Amendment modifies the term of the Agreement. In accordance with International Mail Manual (IMM) 297.4, the Postal Service previously announced entering into an International Customized Mail Service Agreement with this qualifying mailer and hereby makes public the following information regarding this Amendment:

a. Term: May 12, 2001, through April 30, 2003.

b. Type of Mail: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

c. Destination Countries: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

d. Service Provided by the U. S. Postal Service: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

e. Minimum Volume Commitments: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

f. Worksharing: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

g. Rates: All other provisions of the Agreement shall remain in force.

- Pricing Strategy,
Pricing and Classification, 5-15-03


Licensing

UPDATE

USPS Official Licensed Product Manufacturers and Distributors

The following are the biweekly additions, changes, and deletions for the list of USPS Official Licensed Product manufacturers and distributors that appeared in Postal Bulletin 22099 (4-3-03, pages 71-80). Employees may use this information to purchase products for personal use or as premiums and giveaway items. These products are not for resale.

Products for Postal Service retail stores are available through the Official Licensed Retail Product (OLRP) program. For further information regarding the OLRP program, please contact your area or district retail manager.

USPS Promotional Products

Licensee Products Where Can I Buy These? Other Sources
Change:
FAITHFUL IMPRESSIONS
DBA WINCO INTERNATIONAL
9019 OSO AVE STE F
CHATSWORTH CA 01311-4117		 Lapel pins, key chains, magnets, pen stands, first day of issue covers, and bookmarks with or without attached emblems. Telephone: 818-718-1191
Fax: 818-700-9778		 blank
Delete:
HERITAGE PROMOTIONS
3760 N PONCE DE LEON BLVD ST AUGUSTINE FL 32084-1280		 Premium and promotional items. Telephone: 904-827-9747
Fax: 904-827-9707		 blank

USPS Corporate Apparel

Licensee Products Where Can I Buy These? Other Sources
Change:
FAITHFUL IMPRESSIONS
DBA WINCO INTERNATIONAL
9019 OSO AVE STE F
CHATSWORTH CA 01311-4117		 Earrings and necklaces. Telephone: 818-718-1191
Fax: 818-700-9778		 For USPS promotional and personal use only.

Commercial Apparel and Jewelry

Licensee Products Where Can I Buy These? Other Sources
Change:
FAITHFUL IMPRESSIONS
DBA WINCO INTERNATIONAL
9019 OSO AVE STE F
CHATSWORTH CA 01311-4117		 Earrings and necklaces. Telephone: 818-718-1191
Fax: 818-700-9778		 For USPS promotional and personal use only.
Delete:
THIRD STREET SPORTSWEAR PO BOX 145
OZARK MO 65721-0145		 Snoopy Flying Ace T-shirts. Telephone: 800-538-1059
Fax: 417-485-8995		 blank

Posters and Enlargements

Licensee Products Where Can I Buy These? Other Sources
Change:
CHIMERA PUBLISHING
719 ARENA DR
HAMILTON NJ 08610-3405		 11" x 32" posters of the Space Discovery and Space Fantasy stamps. Telephone: 800-448-0295
Fax: 609-888-1802		 blank
FAITHFUL IMPRESSIONS
DBA WINCO INTERNATIONAL
9019 OSO AVE STE F
CHATSWORTH CA 01311-4117		 Framed stamp pins, emblems, and cachets with stamp art reproductions. Telephone: 818-718-1191
Fax: 818-700-9778		 blank

Toys and Games

Licensee Products Where Can I Buy These? Other Sources
Delete:
KJ CLASSIC METAL DESIGNS
PO BOX 663
WINDER GA 30680-0663		 1:15 scale replica Postal Service delivery van. Telephone: 770-867-4452
Fax: 770-586-0163		 blank
LIONEL LLC
50625 RICHARD W BLVD
CHESTERFIELD MI 48051-2493		 Priority Mail railroad boxcar. Telephone: 810-949-4100 x1
Fax: 810-949-1013		 blank
MATTEL INC
333 CONTINENTAL BLVD
EL SEGUNDO CA 90245-5012		 Matchbox Collectibles U.S. Mail van. Telephone: 856-234-7400
Fax: 856-722-9342		 blank
MTH ELECTRIC TRAINS INC
7020 COLUMBIA GATEWAY DR COLUMBIA MD 21046-2119 		Model railroad boxcars. Telephone: 410-381-2580
Fax: 410-381-6122		 blank
PLAYING MANTIS
3618 GRAPE RD
MISHAWAKA IN 46545-2770		 Die-cast trucks with mounted stamps in truck bed. Web: www.playingmantis.com
Telephone: 219-252-0300
Fax: 219-252-0500		 blank

Commercial Novelty

Licensee Products Where Can I Buy These? Other Sources
Change:
FAITHFUL IMPRESSIONS
DBA WINCO INTERNATIONAL
9019 OSO AVE STE F
CHATSWORTH CA 01311-4117		 Lapel pins, key chains, magnets, ornaments, earrings, necklaces, pen stands, paperweights, framed stamp pins/emblems with stamp art reproductions, stamps and/or first day covers, and bookmarks with or without attached emblems. Telephone: 818-718-1191
Fax: 818-700-9778		 blank
HALLMARK GROUP LTD
8403 GALVESTON RD
SILVER SPRING MD 20910-5307		 Engraved ingots, minted in precious metal (gold-plated silver) to be sold separately or as part of a 24-piece set. Web: www.unitedwestandcollection.com
Telephone: 800-876-6468
Fax: 800-452-6468
E-mail: gailemorrell@mris.com		 blank
SRM CONSULTING
2835 AEGEAN PL
CASTRO VALLEY CA 94546-3242		 Travel and bike bags made of nylon, polyester, and neoprene. Web: www.srm-consult.com/usps/
Telephone: 510-889-9752
E-mail: stephen@muc.de		 blank
Delete:
CHANGING SEASONS SOFTWARE LTD
5881 ROANOKE DR
MADISON WI 53719-1629		 Philatelic software and catalog. Web: www.stampbase.com
Telephone: 609-273-2739
Fax: 609-273-1965		 blank
CINEGRAM MEDIA INC
1 SPRINGFIELD AVE
SUMMIT NJ 07901-4055		 Celebrate the Century CD-ROMs, screensavers. Telephone: 908-598-4755
Fax: 908-598-4756		 blank
CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS
1 MUSEUM WAY
CORNING NY 14830-2253 		Note cards, puzzles, and wall art. Web: www.cmog.com
Telephone: 607-974-8835
Fax: 607-974-7365		 blank
GIMBELS OF MAINE
PO BOX 57 BOOTHBAY
HARBOR ME 04538-0057		 Collectible porcelain thimbles. Web: www.gimbelsdepartmentstore.com
Telephone: 207-633-5088
Fax: 207-633-5128		 blank
NANCY SALES COMPANY INC
22 WILLOW ST
CHELSEA MA 02150-3506		 Mugs, shot glasses, and key chains. Telephone: 617-884-1700
Fax: 617-889-2789		 blank
VANMARK INC
2551 E PHILADELPHIA ST
ONTARIO CA 91761-7774		 Figurines, frames, clocks, and bookends. Telephone: 909-923-6789
Fax: 909-673-9699		 blank

- Licensing, Public Affairs and Communications, 5-15-03