Overview
- USPS will accept bids in late January or early February 2026 to use about 18,000 delivery destination units, with contract awards expected later in 2026.
- The agency says its network reaches more than 170 million addresses six days a week, positioning it to monetize costly last‑mile delivery and diversify revenue.
- Postmaster General David Steiner warns USPS could run out of cash in early 2027 after reporting roughly $9 billion in losses for fiscal 2025.
- Bids will be evaluated on proposed volume, pricing and tender times so USPS can offer same‑ or next‑day delivery where it can operate profitably.
- Amazon’s future participation is uncertain, with reports it is considering not renewing a 2026 contract that generated about $6 billion in 2025, as USPS also pursues reforms such as raising its $15 billion debt limit.