Dave Girard WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN

Dave Girard WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN
Mailpiece Design Analyst United States Postal Service MDA Customer Service Help Desk or 1 1 1

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN
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PROCESSING CATEGORY WHAT IS THE PROCESSING CATEGORY? IS IT A LETTER, FLAT, PARCEL? We will go through each of these categories Postage costs and mail preparation requirements are different based on the processing category.

PROCESSING CATEGORY Your mailpiece is a letter if it falls within these dimensions and weighs less than 3.5 ounces (first class) or 16 ounces (standard mail). NOTICE 3A Length Height Thickness Minimum 5 inches 3-1/2 inches 0.007 inch Maximum 10-1/2 inches 6 inches 1/4 inch Folded Self-Mailers and Booklets Length Height Thickness Minimum 5 inches 3-1/2 inches 0.007 inch Maximum 11-1/2 inches 6-1/8 inches 1/4 inch

MAILABILITY IS IT MAILABLE? - MUST BE RECTANGULAR (if < 1/4” thick)* - MUST BE AT LEAST 3.5” HIGH x 5” LONG - MUST BE AT LEAST .007” THICK (7 POINTS) Customized Market Mail does not have to be rectangular Letter-size card stock pieces may have rounded corners up to 1/8” in diameter. 2 5 4

MAILABILITY - The location and orientation of the delivery address determines the length when deciding if a piece meets minimum dimensions to be mailable. 3 1/2” 5" ADDRESS LABEL ADDRESS LABEL 5" 3 1/2” YES NO 3 5 4

MACHINABILITY – LETTER MAIL Effective May 11, 2009, the standards for machinable mail and automation mail are aligned. Machinable mail must meet the physical characteristics of automation mail with the exception of the qualifying barcode. DMM

MACHINABILITY – LETTER MAIL PRICE LIST, NOTICE 123 DATED 10-06-14
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN MACHINABILITY – LETTER MAIL IS IT MACHINABLE? -If it is not machinable, it cannot be mailed at automation prices -It is subject to a 21¢ surcharge in FCM and nonmachinable prices in STD Mail 5 x 7 Mails for 40.8 to 66.4 cents 5 x 7 In addition, preparation is much more involved. STD MAIL: 5 DIGIT DSCF to MXD ADC NON-MACHINABLE Mails for 21.7 to 30.1 cents STD MAIL: AUTO 5-DIGIT DSCF to MXD AADC PRICE LIST, NOTICE 123 DATED

MACHINABILITY – LETTER MAIL THE NON-MACHINABLE SURCHARGE OR RATES DO NOT APPLY TO: FIRST-CLASS MAIL STANDARD MAIL - POSTCARD RATE PIECES - NON-LETTERS (Flats, Parcels) - AUTOMATION RATE LETTERS - AUTOMATION RATE LETTERS - ECR LETTERS Letters that qualify for automation rates are machineable

NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTICS Weight over 3 ounces and not in an envelope; or Weight 3.3 to 3.5 ounces and not eligible for and claiming automation rates; or Weight over 3.5 ounces. First class over 3.5 ounces is prepared as a letter and paid as a flat. DMM

NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTICS
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTICS Is polybagged, polywrapped, or enclosed in any plastic material or has an exterior surface that is not made of paper ANYWHERE IN U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT xxx City State MAILPIECE DESIGN ANALYST 125 W SOUTH ST INDIANAPOLS IN DMM &

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTICS For pieces more than 4.25 inches high or 6 inches long, the thickness is less than .009 inches. 6 to 11.5" Long 5 to 6" Long Thickness: .009" to .025" Thickness: .007" - up to .016”for postcards - up to .25 for letters 3.5 to 4.25" High 4.25 to 6.125” High DMM c

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTICS Aspect ratio or length divided by height is less than 1.3 or greater than (An aspect ratio of 1.3 and 2.5 is required for automation or QBRM rates.) First Class Mail U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT xxx City State Nonmachineable 5/4=1.25 4" 5" Machineable 7/5 = 1.4 5" 7" DMM

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTICS The delivery address is parallel to the shorter dimension. U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT xxx City State 7" MAILPIECE DESIGN ANALYST 125 W SOUTH ST INDIANAPOLS IN Notice 3A tests both aspect ratio 5"

Has clasps, strings, buttons, or similar closure devices.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTICS Has clasps, strings, buttons, or similar closure devices. DMM

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTICS Contains rigid items such as pens, pencils, or loose keys or coins that cause the thickness of the mailpiece to be uneven. Rigid items are prohibited in letters. Reasonably flexible items (e.g., credit cards) are permitted. Pinch points DMM

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTICS Is too rigid (does not bend easily when subjected to a transport belt tension of 40 pounds around an 11-inch diameter turn). odd-shaped items (e.g., coins and tokens) are permitted if firmly affixed to and wrapped within the contents of the mailpiece and envelope to streamline the shape of the mailpiece for automated processing. MAILPIECES MAY BE SUBMITTED FOR FLEXIBILITY TESTING TO THE PCSC DMM

NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTIC
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN NONMACHINEABLE CHARACTERISTIC Is a self-mailer that is not prepared according to current regulations. Is a booklet that is not prepared according to current regulations.

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – FSM
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – FSM A folded self-mailer (FSM) is formed of two or more panels created when a single sheet or multiple unbound sheets of paper are folded together and sealed to form a letter-size mailpiece. 13 14 14

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – FSM 13 14 14

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – FSM Dimensions Height: 3.5 to 6 inches max Length: 5 to 10.5 inches max Weight: up to 3 ounces Paper basis weight – Book grade (text, offset) Basic Folded Self-Mailer design 70lb min for 1oz mailpiece; 80lb over 1oz up to 3oz Optional elements added basis weight ranges from 80lb to 120lb basis weight increases when piece weight is over 1oz Newsprint paper allowed on quarter-fold design only (55lb min newsprint paper which correlates to 60lb Book weight; 1.5 inch tabs required) 13 14 14

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – FSM SELF- MAILERS MUST BE SEALED CLOSED TABS, WAFER SEALS, TAPE, GLUE CAN BE USED NUMBER AND LOCATION OF TABS REQUIRED IS BASED ON: BASIS WEIGHT OF PAPER NUMBER OF PANELS POSITION OF FOLD TABS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON BOTTOM EDGE STAPLES NOT ALLOWED AS CLOSING DEVICE A clear space must surround a barcode to be readable. The clear space must measure at least 1/25” above and below the barcode and 1/8” to the right or left of the bars and any other printed information, extraneous printing, or window die cuts. A clear space must surround a barcode to be readable. The clear space must measure at least 0.028” above and below the barcode and 1/8” to the right or left of the bars and any other printed information, extraneous printing, or window die cuts. 35 34 30

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – FSM Quarterfold Optional Design Elements

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – FSM

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – Booklets BOOKLETS: Sheets that are fastened with at least two staples in the fold (saddle stitched), perfect bound, pressed-glued, or joined together producing a spine where pages are attached together are considered booklets. Booklets are open on three sides before sealing, similar in design to a book. In general, booklets must be uniformly thick.

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – Booklets Tabbing requirements for booklet-style letter size pieces effective September 8, 2009 with new options added April 5, 2010. Most of these designs will require 3 seals, 1 ½ inches in diameter with no perforations with 2 inch seals for heavier and longer pieces. The design determines weight of cover stock.

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – Booklets In Simple Spine Booklets, the spine forms the bottom edge of the piece. The length or method used to seal the booklet determines the weight of the paper forming the cover.

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – Booklets Alternatives for Simple Spine Lighter weight covers which require more stringent gluing and tabbing requirements Continuous, 1/2-inch wide, glue lines must be placed along the entire length of the open edge and end within 1/16-inch of the open ends. The selvage along the open edge must not exceed 1/16 inch. Glue lines must be created with a permanent adhesive that is not tacky when dry.

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – Booklets

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – Booklets
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – Booklets Wallet-Style Saddle-stitched spine on bottom One tab leading and trailing edge 4" height only 5.2 to 8 inch length Maximum Weight 2.5 oz. Slide 19 Customers may use this design option after it is published. Check the Postal Bulletin for updates. This piece is smaller in every aspect. Light weight inner pages can be made by some printers and provide an opportunity to add pages while remaining within weight eligibility constraints.

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION - Booklets
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION - Booklets Oblong Booklets have the spine on the leading shorter edge Slide 18 Both front and back covers are extended. The outer (cover) sheet weight is increased in examples sealed with glue closures.

MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – Booklets
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN MACHINABLE/AUTOMATION – Booklets Folded booklets are large mailpieces that are bound and then folded to letter-size. The final fold must be the bottom (longer) edge. The folded spine should be the leading edge, however, if necessary, the spine may be prepared as the trailing edge. The spine on the trailing edge configuration is not recommended. The cover is at least 40-pound paper. The cover is at least 40-pound paper. Folded booklets must be sealed with nonperforated 1.5" tabs.

NEW STANDARDS FOR CD/DVD MAILERS EFFECTIVE AUGUST 14, 2008 NEW STANDARDS WERE ESTABLISHED FOR CD/DVD MAILERS ELIMINATING THE NEED FOR PCSC TESTING TESTING STILL REQUIRED FOR PIECES OUTSIDE OF THESE STANDARDS Commercial mailers

ADDRESSING BASICS ZIP CODES CASS DPV MOVE UPDATE NCOA

ADDRESSING BASICS Addresses must be matched to the National Change of Address database within 95 days of the date of mailing. Ancillary Service Endorsement OneCode ACS®/ACSTM NCOALink® FASTforward® Legal Restraint/ 99 Percent Accurate – First-Class Only-NCSC

ADDRESS SHOULD BE: - Machine printed - Uniform left margin - All upper case characters Publication 25 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN ADDRESSING BASICS CPRS 03672 MR S ONEILL PRES SEAN ONEILL INC 4321 MAPLE ST STE 342 OAKTON MD - STANDARD ADDRESS FORMAT - MACHINE PRINTED ADDRESS - ALL LINES LEFT JUSTIFIED - SIMPLE TYPE STYLE POINT TYPE SIZE - ALL UPPER CASE CHARACTERS - NO PUNCTUATION - USE POSTAL ABBREVIATIONS For successful OCR processing, addresses should be machine printed, with a uniform left margin, and formatted in a manner that allows the equipment to “recognize” the information and find a “match” in its software files. Publication 25

ADDRESSING BASICS GUIDELINES FOR OCR PROCESSING Position of information (Letters). NOTICE 67 7 18 17

BARCODING HOW DO BARCODES GET ON MAIL? SOME BARCODES ARE PRODUCED BY OPTICAL CHARACTER READERS (OCR’s). OCR’s “READ” THE PREVIOUSLY ADDRESSED PIECE, THE ZIPCODE INFORMATION IS LOOKED UP AND THE MATCHING BARCODE IS PRINTED IN THE LOWER RIGHT HAND CORNER. 2. SOME BARCODES ARE PRODUCED BY SOFTWARE AND PRINTED WHEN THE PIECE IS ADDRESSED. THESE ARE “ADDRESS BLOCK BARCODES”. THESE ARE PRODUCED BY CUSTOMERS PRIOR TO MAILING.

BARCODING Unlike the POSTNET barcode that only contains delivery ZIP Code information, the Intelligent Mail barcode contains additional data which expands the ability to track individual mail pieces and provides greater visibility into the postal mail stream. Intelligent Mail® Barcode POSTNET™ barcode What elements make up the intelligent mail barcode? Mailers can request services like tracking and address correction all in the same barcode. The Intelligent Mail barcode also allows mailers to number their mail so that they can uniquely identify individual mail pieces in the mailing.

BARCODING – ADDRESS BLOCK BARCODES POSITION REQUIREMENTS FOR BARCODED LETTERS Left most bar in address block at 10 1/2” maximum from right edge 1/2" 1/2" 4 “ Address Block Barcode Read Area 5/8" 29 34 33

BARCODING – ADDRESS BLOCK BARCODES
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN BARCODING – ADDRESS BLOCK BARCODES ADDRESSING SOFTWARE PRODUCED BARCODE A clear space must surround a barcode to be readable. The clear space must measure at least 1/25” above and below the barcode and 1/8” to the right or left of the bars and any other printed information, extraneous printing, or window die cuts. A clear space must surround a barcode to be readable. The clear space must measure at least 1/25” above and below the barcode and 1/8” to the right or left of the bars and any other printed information, extraneous printing, or window die cuts. 35 34 30

BARCODING – ADDRESS BLOCK BARCODES CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS 1/8” to the left and right of the barcode INTELLIGENT MAIL .028” above and below the barcode. Theses clearances are required between the barcode and window or label edges and/or any dark area such as printing or graphics .028” min

BARCODING – ADDRESS BLOCK BARCODES WINDOW ENVELOPES ENTERED AT BARCODED RATES WILL UNDERGO A “TAP TEST” SCOTT JACKSON 1234 EAST DR NEW BEDFORD MA SCOTT JACKSON 1234 EAST DR NEW BEDFORD MA FIRST CLASS ZIP+4 US POSTAGE PAID CHICAGO IL PERMIT NO 1 FIRST CLASS ZIP+4 US POSTAGE PAID CHICAGO IL PERMIT NO 1 S S MAX SMART 86 K ST NW SAN ANTONIO TX S MAX SMART 86 K ST NW SAN ANTONIO TX On the address block window envelopes, a clear space must be maintained between the barcode and any other printing or die cuts throughout the insert’s full range of motion within the envelope. A clear space of at least 1/25” is required above and below the postnet barcode and .028” above and below the IMBC. Also, 1/8” is needed to the right and the left of the barcode as when the insert is moved to its full limits inside the envelope. MAILPIECES THAT DO NOT PASS THE “TAP TEST” WILL BE NOT BE ACCEPTED AT AUTOMATION RATES. 35 36 31

BARCODING – OCR READABILITY AVOID : GLOSSY/COATED PAPER STOCK - Character/Barcode smear BOLD TYPE - Character/Barcode thickness problem POOR PRINT QUALITY - Character/Barcode voids DARK BACKGROUND COLORS - Poor reflectance between paper/print 18 17 21

Any questions on letter size mail? Let’s move on to flat size mail!!

PROCESSING CATEGORY - FLATS Your mailpiece is a flat if it exceeds one of the letter size dimensions and does not exceed the maximum flat dimensions Pieces that exceed any dimension of a flat would be charged at the rate for parcels. EDDM flats have a minimum length of 10 ½ inches with proper markings. Automation flats must be at least 5 inches high and 6 inches long.

PROCESSING CATEGORY - FLATS
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN PROCESSING CATEGORY - FLATS Rectangular Uniform in Thickness

FLAT SIZE MAIL AND FLEXIBILITY
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN FLAT SIZE MAIL AND FLEXIBILITY Flexible If a flat size piece has no rigid insert, place the length parallel to a sharp edge, extend it halfway off the edge and press in the middle of the extended edge. If it flexes one inch without damage, it meets the flexibility requirement. A clear space must surround a barcode to be readable. The clear space must measure at least 1/25” above and below the barcode and 1/8” to the right or left of the bars and any other printed information, extraneous printing, or window die cuts. A clear space must surround a barcode to be readable. The clear space must measure at least 1/25” above and below the barcode and 1/8” to the right or left of the bars and any other printed information, extraneous printing, or window die cuts. 35 34 30

FLAT SIZE MAIL AND FLEXIBILITY If the flat size piece contains a rigid insert It needs to be tested in both directions with more flexibilty needed for longer pieces. 7 18 17

FLAT SIZE MAIL AND FLEXIBILITY Flat size mail cannot be too flexible. New deflection standards went into effect that require pieces to maintain some rigidity for proper processing.

ADDRESSING STANDARDS Effective March 29, 2009, Address placement requirements for Periodicals, Standard Mail ®, Bound Printed Matter, Media Mail ®, and Library Mail flat-size mail sent at automation, presorted or carrier route prices Related revisions for automation and presorted First-Class Mail ® flats Addresses are required to be in the “top half”.

NEW ADDRESS PLACEMENT STANDARDS ON ENVELOPED OR POLYWRAPPED PIECES, THE TOP IS DEFINED AS EITHER OF THE SHORTER EDGES When the address is on an insert polywrapped with the host piece, the address must remain within the top half throughout processing and delivery.

NEW ADDRESS PLACEMENT STANDARDS ON FOLDED OR BOUND FLATS, THE TOP IS DEFINED WHEN THE FINAL FOLD OR BOUND EDGE IS VERTICAL AND ON THE RIGHT

ADDRESS CHARACTERISTICS MINIMUM SIZE TEXT All presorted and carrier route flats must be addressed using at least 8-point type. Each letter or figure must be at least inch high. Flats using an Intelligent Mail barcode may use 6-point type if the address is printed in all capital letters. Each letter or figure must be at least inch high.

ADDRESS CHARACTERISTICS SPACING Additional standards for automation flats: Address characters cannot overlap. Address lines cannot touch or overlap (0.028-inch clearance preferred). Address elements may be separated by no more than five blank spaces.

BARCODING – ADDRESS BLOCK BARCODES A TAP TEST IS DONE ON FLAT SIZE PIECES AS WELL 1/8” TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT; .028” ABOVE AND BELOW THE IMBC MUST BE CLEAR. MAILPIECE DESIGN ANALYST US POSTAL SERVICE 125 W SOUTH ST RM 323E INDIANAPOLIS IN S S A clear space of at least 1/8” is required between the address block and the top and bottom sides of the address window. The clear space must be maintained when the insert is moved to it’s full limits within the envelope. NOTES: _________________________________ _________________________________________

EXCEPT FOR SHORT COVERS
Tabbing is not required on flat mail because the bound edge or final fold is positioned so that the right edge is the leading edge during processing. Publication 63 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR AUTO FLATS NO TABBING IS REQUIRED EXCEPT FOR SHORT COVERS Tabbing is not required on flat mail because the bound edge or final fold is positioned so that the right edge is the leading edge during processing. Publication 63 Carts, Unicycles, & Bikes C.U.B. 34

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR AUTO FLATS
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR AUTO FLATS JOEL SCHROEDER US POSTAL SERVICE 500 W CHESTNUT EXPY RM 140 SPRINGFIELD MO If Mailers wish to use a polywrap covering on any flat, it must use a USPS approved polywrap or polybag. A list of USPS approved polywrap vendors available at New proceedures for Polywrap have been introduced. One sample of the mailpiece is sent to the Mailpiece Design Analyst for approval. Once approved, the mailer must submit a copy of the polywrap certification at the time of the mailing along with the letter from the MDA. Requirements differ based on the design of the mail. To be sure, contact your local Mailpiece Design Analyst. NOTES: _________________________________ _________________________________________

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR AUTO FLATS Seam placed lengthwise Seam cannot cover address, indicia, postage or required markings Selvage no more than ½ inch at the top and 1 ½ inches on the side when the contents are tapped down Wrap cannot be so tight as to bend the contents Wrap over the address area must be free of wrinkles

Parcels and Parcel Barcodes (Impb) Machineable Irregular Outsides Parcels fall into three categories – machineable, irregular, and outsides A machinable parcel is any piece that is not a letter or a flat and that is a. Not less than 6 inches long, 3 inches high, 1/4 inch thick, and 6 ounces in weight, unless it meets the criteria for a lightweight parcel. A mailpiece exactly 1/4 inch thick is subject to the 3 1/2-inch height minimum. b. Not more than 27 inches long, or 17 inches high, or 17 inches thick or more than 25 pounds. Parcel Select and Parcel Return parcels, not containing books or printed matter, have a maximum weight of 35 pounds. Parcels less than 6 ounces are machineable if they are rectangular, able to maintain their integrity and meet further size restrictions in DMM 401. Soft goods wrapped in paper and enveloped printed matter are machineable if the meet packaging standards in 601.

Parcels and Parcel Barcodes (Impb) Irregular Outsides An irregular parcel is a parcel not meeting the dimensional criteria for a machineable parcel. This processing category also includes parcels that cannot be processed by NDC parcel sorters, including rolls and tubes up to 26 inches long; merchandise samples that have simplified addressing; unwrapped, paper-wrapped, or sleeve-wrapped articles that are not letter-size or flat-size; and articles enclosed in envelopes that are not letter-size, flat-size, or machinable parcels. Examples: Spiral-bound phone books, Posters in 16x20 inch envelopes

Parcels and Package Barcodes (Impb) As of January, 2015, all commercial parcels are required to have the parcel barcode. Mailers are also required to submit an electronic shipping file. Mailers using a postage meter are required to affix a Tracking Label if they are not mailing at a retail window. Excludes parcels with simplifed addressing. Commercial = not entered through retail transaction Current exclusions include: Periodicals, Bound Printed Matter, Nonprofit Standard

REPLY MAIL BUSINESS REPLY MAIL COURTESY REPLY MAIL 36

REPLY MAIL Both COURTESY REPLY and BUSINESS REPLY are recommended to have the “FIM” – FACING IDENTIFICATION MARK, and the BARCODE printed on the mailpiece. Both are REQUIRED on QBRM PIECES. In addition, BRM MAIL has other FORMAT ELEMENTS that are required “CAMERA READY ARTWORK” for reply pieces is supplied FREE OF CHARGE by the USPS through the AUTOMATED BUSINESS REPLY MAIL online tool . MDAs can still provide artwork when necessary. 36

NO PERMIT OR ANNUAL FEE REQUIRED YOUR CUSTOMER PAYS THE POSTAGE
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN REPLY MAIL COURTESY REPLY MAIL NO PERMIT OR ANNUAL FEE REQUIRED YOUR CUSTOMER PAYS THE POSTAGE CRM should have a FIM A and a Delivery-point Barcode

POSTAGE AND PER/PIECE FEE (.85) ON RETURNED MAIL**
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN REPLY MAIL BASIC BUSINESS REPLY MAIL MUST PAY ANNUAL FEE ($225.00) PLUS POSTAGE AND PER/PIECE FEE (.85) ON RETURNED MAIL** POSTCARD = $1.20 1 OZ = $1.34 .85 BRM should have a ZIP+4 code uniquely assigned for the address and permit number on the mailpiece AND corresponding ZIP+4 barcode. Delivery-point barcodes are not allowed on BRM *Cheaper rates apply to participants in High Volume and Qualified BRM.

HIGH VOLUME BUSINESS REPLY MAIL
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN REPLY MAIL HIGH VOLUME BUSINESS REPLY MAIL MUST PAY ANNUAL PERMIT FEE ($225.00) PLUS ANNUUAL ACCOUNTING FEE ($700.00) POSTAGE AND PER/PIECE FEE (.099) ON RETURNED MAIL POSTCARD = $.449 1 OZ = $.589 .85 BREAK EVEN POINT IS ABOUT 933/YEAR

QUALIFIED BUSINESS REPLY MAIL (QBRM)
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAILPIECE DESIGN REPLY MAIL QUALIFIED BUSINESS REPLY MAIL (QBRM) MUST PAY ANNUAL FEE ($225.00) PLUS ANNUAL ACCOUNTING FEE ($700.00) In return, QBRM has REDUCED POSTAGE: POSTCARD = $.339 1 OZ = $.476 AND PER/PIECE FEE (.066) ON RETURNED MAIL FORM 6805 WITH SAMPLES OF BRM PIECE MUST BE SUBMITTED AND APPROVED . for a one ounce letter plus .066 (.542) vs .50 plus .85 (1.35) BREAK EVEN POINT IS ABOUT 867/YEAR

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
MAILPIECE DESIGN LOCAL USPS CONTACTS: MDA Customer Service Help Desk: or Mailing Requirements for mail preparation, Nonprofit eligibility, Standard Mail eligibility, etc.: ONLINE USPS RESOURCES: , , ADDRESS CHANGE, MOVE UPDATE, CASS/MASS/DPV/LACS, Resources: National Customer Support Center: USPS PUBLICATIONS: Postal Bulletin, Domestic Mail Manual, Federal Register, Mail Pro, DMM Advisory. NON-USPS PUBLICATIONS: Mailing Systems Technology (free publication) Postal World, Business Mailers Review, PostCom

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