How to Become a Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service

Perhaps you've noticed that not all employees of the United States Post Office are uniformed. Some of them delivering the mail aren't technically employees, but contractors who have signed an agreement with the post office to deliver mail. They've done it almost since the inception of the postal system and now it's an area that they are expanding. There may be an opportunity available for you.

Instructions

1. Know the area that you would like to service. This isn't like applying for a specific position within a company, so you need to state which areas you are willing to service. Areas that are available are listed on the United States Postal Service (USPS) website.

2. Understand what the delivery contract position entails. Essentially the agreement is to deliver and collect mail in a certain area that is serviced by contractors, but like any contract, you need to read the fine print. Understand exactly what the contract says and be prepared to fulfill the terms of the agreement and for the length of time specified.

3. Visit the United States Postal Service's website to view the details for different types of contracts available, such as highway, rail and water and air. This information also includes eligibility requirements and how contracts are awarded.

4. Be prepared to undergo a background check and fingerprinting. Although it is a contract position, the government will still give a thorough screening to anyone they are considering awarding a contract to.

Resources

• View information on USPS contract delivery opportunities.