1. DDS2  USDA will use the GSA - Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Number GS-33F-BQV08 for Express and Ground Domestic Delivery Services (DDS2) in the continental United States, Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico.  Our deadline for this transition is March 1, 2011. 1

2. DDS2  DDS2 is an OMB initiative to facilitate cost savings for Federal agencies by using a single vendor.  DDS2 was awarded to UPS; UPS covers 99.5% of the United States addresses.  To date, 71 government agencies are using DDS2. 2

3. DDS2  The DDS2 program offered by UPS does not handle HAZMAT, life control substance, infectious substance, Yellow II Radioactive labels, etc. For a more specific list, please go to the following UPS website: http://www.ups.com/content/us/en/resources/ship/hazardo us/download/index.html  OPPM recommends a separate BPA with FedEx using the GSA schedule for HAZMAT/restricted materials.  USDA agencies must submit a waiver to OPPM to go with another provider for HAZMAT materials.  The waiver must be submitted to OPPM by February 4, 2011. 3

4. DDS2  OPPM is requesting that all agencies provide an agency point of contact and identify their agency mail manager.  Please provide the names, email addresses and telephone numbers to Genevieve Lucas via email at Genevieve.Lucas@dm.usda.gov. Genevieve.Lucas@dm.usda.gov 4

5. DDS2  Each agency must complete a spreadsheet that lists exact addresses and contact information for UPS mail pickup.  The spreadsheet must be submitted to OPPM.  OPPM will forward the spreadsheet to UPS to set up the initial UPS agency accounts. 5

6. DDS2 Additional policies, training, and operating procedures are forthcoming. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Genevieve Lucas, at 202-690-0015 or email: Genevieve.Lucas@dm.usda.gov Genevieve.Lucas@dm.usda.gov 6