Postal Mail Barcoding

The City of Tucson has awarded a contract to Automated Presort Services, Inc. for postal mail barcoding services. The contract has a term of 4 years, with an annual award amount of $400,000. The vendor will provide outgoing U.S. mail service, including picking up mail from various County locations, sorting, applying postage, and delivering to the main Tucson Cherrybell Post Office. The contract includes options for renewal and has a total estimated value of $1,600,000. Key features of the contract include the ability to handle in excess of 25,000 to 35,000 pieces of mail per day, provide "E-forward" services, and affix "USPS required bar coding" to all pieces of mail. The contract also includes provisions for payment, pricing, and termination.