Service Description
Planning a departmental mailing of 20 or more pieces? We'll meter your bulk mailing - but you must prepare it correctly first. USPS has strict requirements for bulk mail that must be followed or your mailing will be returned for correction.
Who Can Use This Service
- University departments conducting campus-wide communications
- Administrative offices sending mass notifications
- Academic departments for program mailings
What's Included
- Metering service for 20+ pieces
- Verification of proper preparation
- Processing for USPS bulk mail rates (when applicable)
- Same-day processing if properly prepared
Important Preparation Requirements
Your mailing MUST be:
- Sorted by ZIP code - All pieces with same ZIP together
- Faced the same direction - Address side up, stamps corner aligned
- Banded with rubber bands - Each ZIP code group secured separately
If your mailing isn't properly prepared, we must return it to your department for correction, which delays your project.
How to Request
Submit a Bulk Mailing Request with:
- Department and account number
- Total number of pieces
- Desired mailing date
- Confirmation that mailing is prepared per USPS requirements
Then bring your prepared mailing to the Mailcenter during business hours (10am-5pm Mon-Fri).
Timeline
Properly prepared mailings are processed same day. Improperly prepared mailings are returned for correction.
Tips for Success
- For very large mailings, work in batches
- Use different colored rubber bands for different ZIP codes
- Contact us before starting if you need guidance
- Consider creating a checklist for regular bulk mailings