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Quick Service Guide 450
Commercial Parcels
Parcel Select
May 12, 2008
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Physical Standards (401)
Maximum weight: 70 pounds.
Maximum length and girth: 130 inches.
For an overview of the physical standards for commercial parcels, see Quick Service Guide 401.
Prices and Fees (453.1.0)
Available prices: Parcel Select Destination Entry (DBMC, DSCF, and DDU), Parcel Select OBMC and BMC Presort (Inter-BMC), and Parcel Select Barcoded Inter-BMC/ASF and Barcoded Intra-BMC/ASF.
Price determination: Parcel Select Destination Entry DSCF and DDU prices are based on weight only, all other prices are based on weight and zone.
- Intra-BMC: originates and destinates within the same BMC/ASF service area (or within Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico).
- Intra-BMC machinable: meets the criteria in 401.1.5 and does not contain items in 401.2.3.
- Intra-BMC nonmachinable: does not meet the criteria in 401.1.5 or contains items in 401.2.3. See retail Parcel Post prices, (153).
- Inter-BMC: originates in the service area of a BMC/ASF (or in Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico), destinates outside that area.
- Inter-BMC machinable: meets the criteria in 401.1.5 and does not contain items in 401.2.3.
- Inter-BMC nonmachinable: does not meet the criteria in 401.1.5 or contains items in 401.2.3. Includes $3.70 nonmachinable surcharge (except oversized prices or with special handling).
Barcode discount: $0.03 per piece. Available for Parcel Select machinable parcels (401.1.5) that bear a correct barcode under 708.5.0 for the ZIP Code of the delivery address and are part of a mailing of 50 or more Parcel Select pieces. Parcel Select DBMC machinable price pieces must be barcoded.
Oversized price: pieces exceeding 108 inches but not more than 130 inches in combined length and girth are mailable at the Parcel Select oversized price for the zone to which addressed.
Balloon price: parcels that weigh less than 20 pounds but measuring more than 84 inches (but not exceeding 108 inches) in combined length and girth are charged the 20-pound price for the zone to which addressed (453.3.5).
Presort incentives:
- Origin BMC Presort (OBMC): $1.42 per piece discount applies to pieces sorted to BMC destinations using L601 if machinable or BMC/ASF destinations using L605 if nonmachinable. Entered at a BMC.
- BMC Presort: $0.32 per piece discount applies to pieces sorted to BMC destinations using L601 if machinable or BMC/ASF destinations using L605 if nonmachinable. Entered at any facility (other than BMC) that accepts bulk mail.
Destination Entry (453.3.0):
- DBMC: entered at the destination BMC/ASF for delivery within the DBMC/ASF service area and part of a mailing of 50 or more Parcel Select pieces. Nonmachinable parcels subject to a $2.03 surcharge (does not apply to pieces mailed at oversized prices or sent with special handling). Machinable parcels claiming the DBMC price must bear a barcode under 708.5.0 for the ZIP Code of the delivery address. Nonbarcoded machinable parcels are eligible for retail Parcel Post Intra-BMC prices.
- DSCF: entered at the designated facility for delivery within the DSCF area, sorted by 5-digit scheme or
5-digit ZIP Code destinations, and part of a mailing of 50 or more Parcel Select pieces. Nonmachinable parcels sorted to 3-digit ZIP Code areas subject to $0.91 surcharge (453.3.1.4a).
- DDU: entered at the designated destination delivery unit for delivery within the DDU area and part of a mailing of 50 or more Parcel Select pieces (453.3.1.4b).
For Loyalty Rebates, see 453.3.6. For Growth Rebates, see 453.3.7.
Annual Parcel Select destination entry (DBMC, DSCF, and DDU) fee: $180.00.
Parcel Select is matter not mailed as Package Services (Parcel Post, Bound Printed Matter, Media Mail, or Library Mail). Any Package Services matter may be mailed at Parcel Select prices, subject to the basic standards in 453.2.0.
Generally used for shipping merchandise.
Eligibility Standards (453.3.0)
Minimum mailing: 50-piece minimum. Pieces sorted and marked as described on page two.
Each piece must include a complete delivery and return address and a correct ZIP Code or ZIP+4 code (453.3.8).
Mailing items with no ancillary service endorsement obligates the mailer to pay any applicable forwarding and return postage charges at the single-piece Parcel Post price (507.1.5.4).
Postage Payment and Documentation (454)
Meter (604.4.0) or permit imprint (604.5.0).
Documentation:
- Supplemental documentation: additional documentation as required by price, destination discount, preparation option, or postage payment system.
Mail Preparation (455)
Marking:
- All pieces: "Parcel Post" (or "PP") must be printed in the postage area (455.1.8).
- Parcel Select (DBMC, DSCF, or DDU):
- Option 1: "Parcel Select" ("Parcel Post" marking is not required if "Parcel Select" marking is placed in the postage area).
- Option 2: "Parcel Post" (or "PP") and "Drop Ship" (or "D/S") or "Parcel Select."
Preparation and labeling: For destination entry, see page three; for BMC and OBMC Presort and Barcoded Intra-BMC and Barcoded Inter-BMC, see below.
Enter and Deposit (456)
Deposit:
Extra Services (503)
May use COD, Delivery Confirmation, insurance, return receipt for merchandise, Signature Confirmation, and special handling. Parcel Select destination entry pieces are eligible for no-fee electronic Delivery Confirmation. Return receipt and restricted delivery are available for COD mail or mail insured for more than $200.
Preparation
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Parcel Select Destination Entry - See Next Page
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Parcel Select BMC Presort and BMC Presort Preparation
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BMC Presort and OMBC Presort ( 455.5.0)
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OBMC Presort and BMC Presort: sorted to BMC if machinable or BMCs/ASFs if nonmachinable.
See Quick Service Guide 705c Parcel Select BMC and OBMC Presort.
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Parcel Select Barcoded Intra-BMC and Barcoded Inter-BMC Preparation
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Barcoded Intra-BMC and Barcoded Inter-BMC ( 455.6.0)
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Parcel Select Intra-BMC and Inter-BMC pieces must be separated by zones when presented for acceptance unless either the correct postage is affixed to each piece or the mailing is prepared under 455.1.7, Commingled Zones, or the mailing is presented under a special postage payment system under 705.2.0, Manifest Mailing System, 705.3.0, Optional Procedure Mailing System, or 705.4.0, Alternate Mailing System.
Pallets: See 705.8.0 for pallet preparation.
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For the specific DMM standards applicable to this category of mail, consult the DMM sections referenced above and the general sections within each DMM module.
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Parcel Select Destination Entry DBMC, DSCF, and DDU Preparation
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DBMC
DBMC price applies to parcels deposited at the destination BMC/ASF ( 453.3.1.3). Parcels claimed at the DBMC price must meet the standards in 455.4.3, including:
- Must be part of a mailing of 50 or more Parcel Select pieces (at any price).
- Must be addressed for delivery within the service area of the BMC/ASF where the mail is deposited.
- Machinable parcels claiming the DBMC price must bear a correct barcode under 708.5.0 for the ZIP Code of the delivery address. Nonbarcoded machinable parcels are eligible for Intra-BMC/ASF Parcel Post prices.
Preparation:
For machinable parcels on pallets, see 705.8.10.5.
For machinable parcels prepared in sacks, see 455.4.3.3.
For bedloaded parcels, see 456.2.0. Special preparation may be required for nonmachinable parcels.
DBMC price machinable and nonmachinable parcels may not be combined in the same container.
Price: DBMC, see 453.1.2.
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DSCF
DSCF price applies to parcels deposited at the destination SCF listed in L005 (or at a BMC under 455.4.3). Pieces claimed at the DSCF price must meet the standards in 455.4.2, including:
- Must be part of a mailing of 50 or more Parcel Select pieces (at any price).
- Must be addressed for delivery within the service area of the SCF where the mail is deposited.
Nonmachinable parcels sorted to 3-digit ZIP Code areas and claimed at a DSCF price must be entered at a designated SCF under L002 (for exceptions see 455.4.2).
Preparation: Must be sacked or placed directly on pallets or in pallet boxes. Machinable and nonmachinable parcels may be combined in the same container.
Sacks: Must be in 5-digit scheme or 5-digit sacks. Minimum seven pieces per sack, one overflow sack permitted per 5-digit scheme or 5-digit ZIP Code. After all possible 5-digit scheme or 5-digit sacks are prepared, any remaining 3-digit nonmachinable parcels are placed in 3-digit sacks, no minimum required.
Sack Labels
5-digit scheme: For Line 1, use L606, Column B. For Line 2, use "PSVC PARCELS 5D SCH."
5-digit: For Line 1, use city, state, and 5-digit ZIP Code on mail. For Line 2, "PSVC PARCELS 5D."
3-digit nonmachinable: For Line 1, use L002, Column C. For Line 2, "PSVC 3D NON MACH."
Pallets: See 705.8.10 for pallet preparation standards. Must be on 5-digit scheme, 5-digit pallets, or 3-digit (nonmachinable) destinations. Pallet boxes cannot exceed 60 inches in height. If the 5-digit destination facility cannot handle pallets, the DSCF price is not available for mail on pallets; however, mail for those facilities can be put into sacks that are placed on pallets (see 705.8.21).
Pallet Labels: See 705.8.6.
Price: DSCF, see 453.2.0. DBMC price for overflow pallet.
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DDU
DDU price applies to parcels deposited at the destination delivery unit. Parcels claimed at the DDU price must meet the standards in 455.4.1, including:
- Must be part of a mailing of 50 or more Parcel Select pieces (at any price).
- Must be addressed for delivery within the service area of the delivery unit where the mail is deposited.
Preparation: Must be bedloaded, sacked, or placed directly on pallets or in pallet boxes. Machinable and nonmachinable pieces may be combined.
Sacks: Must be in 5-digit scheme or
5-digit sacks. There are no piece or weight minimums.
Sack Labels
5-digit scheme: For Line 1, use L606, Column B. For Line 2, use "PSVC PARCELS 5D SCH."
5-digit: For Line 1, use city, state, and
5-digit ZIP Code on mail. For Line 2, "PSVC PARCELS 5D."
Pallets: Must be on 5-digit scheme or
5-digit pallets. There are no piece or weight minimums. Pallet boxes cannot exceed 60 inches in height. Pallets or pallet boxes may be used only if the delivery unit can handle pallets or if mailer unloads pallets into a container specified by the delivery unit.
Pallet Labels
5-digit scheme: For Line 1, use L606, Column B. For Line 2, use "PSVC PARCELS 5D SCH."
5-digit: For Line 1, use city, state, and
5-digit ZIP Code on mail. For Line 2, use "PSVC PARCELS 5D."
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