Preparing Bulk Mailings for Processing

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Learn how to prepare a mailing of 20 or more identical pieces so the Mailcenter can meter and send it.

Prepare your mailing before you bring it in

USPS requires bulk mail to be sorted, faced, and banded. Mailings that aren't prepared correctly are returned to your department for correction, which delays your mailing. The Mailcenter can't do the preparation for you.

USPS requirements

Sort

Group all pieces by ZIP code.

Face

Turn every piece the same way: address side up, postage area in the upper right.

Band

Secure each ZIP code group with rubber bands or string.

Prepare and send your mailing

1

Sort by ZIP code

Make a separate group for each ZIP code.
2

Face every piece

Within each group, turn every piece the same direction.
3

Band each group

Secure each group without bending or damaging the envelopes. You can add a slip with the ZIP code on top.
4

Submit a request

Submit Bulk Mailing Request with your department account number.
5

Bring it to the Mailcenter

Drop off your prepared mailing during office hours. The Mailcenter checks it, meters it, and sends it.

For a large or complex mailing, contact the Mailcenter before you start preparing it.

Contact the Mailcenter

Visit

Miller Hall Mailcenter

Mon–Fri, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Holiday and summer hours vary
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