Search Results for keywords:"Outbound Commercial Provider Initiative"

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  • 2021-02602 — New Outbound Commercial Provider Initiative (OCPI) Program Information; Opportunity for Comments; Correction
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 8722
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Postal Service issued a document in the Federal Register on February 1, 2021, about the Outbound Commercial Provider Initiative (OCPI) program. This new document updates the expected start date of the OCPI program and clarifies that certain products like FCMI letters and Flats, Military Mail, IPA, ISAL, and CeP are not covered by this program. Additionally, the Postal Service is inviting comments via email due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, and all comments will become part of the public record. The information has been corrected in the sections regarding the implementation date and the scope of the OCPI program.

    Simple Explanation

    The Postal Service is updating a program called OCPI that deals with sending packages, and some types of mail like military and flat letters won't be included. They want people to send their thoughts on this change by email, and everyone's feedback will be shared publicly.

  • 2020-28968 — New Outbound Commercial Provider Initiative (OCPI) Program Information; Opportunity for Comments
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 7659
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Postal Service is announcing a new program called the Outbound Commercial Provider Initiative (OCPI), which aims to enhance international shipping services. This program is designed to make the Postal Service more competitive in overseas shipping by providing new service options, quicker delivery times, and improved customer experience. Mailers will need to follow new guidelines, such as using specific commercial invoices and customs forms, for shipments under this program. The Postal Service invites public comments by March 3, 2021, to gather feedback on the proposed changes.

    Simple Explanation

    The Postal Service is planning a new program to send packages overseas faster and make it easier for people to follow the rules for mailing stuff to other countries. They want to hear what people think about this idea by March 3, 2021.