USPS BARCODING AND PRESORT SERVICES

The Town of Manchester is seeking a contractor to provide USPS barcoding and presort services for letter-sized metered mail. The contractor will be responsible for daily pickup of mail from the Town's mailroom, barcoding, presorting, and next-day delivery to the USPS. The contract term is for one year with an option to extend for five additional one-year periods. The contractor must provide a detailed cost proposal, including any per-piece processing fees, costs for non-qualifying mail, and setup or administrative fees. The Town is looking for a contractor that can provide secure handling and compliance with postal regulations, as well as excellent quality of mail services. Some key points to consider: * The Town mails approximately 16,500 pieces per month of first-class mail. * The contractor must provide daily pickup of mail from the Town's mailroom. * The contractor must provide next-day delivery to the USPS. * The contractor must maintain strict security protocols during transport and processing. * The contractor must comply with the Town's information security standards. * The contractor must provide regular reports detailing volume of mail processed, pieces qualifying for presort discounts, and any USPS penalties or irregularities.