Bulk Mail

1. Mail must be prepared according to U.S. Postal Service guidelines
2. Mail must be made of printed pieces identical in content, size, and weight
3. Mail must weigh less than 1 pound (16 ounces) per piece
4. Mail must contain only domestic addresses that are certified as deliverable
5. Mail must consist of a minimum of 200 addressed pieces (or 50 pounds). Higher quantities (800-1000+ pieces) are more cost effective
6. Mail must have a permit imprint indicia in the upper right corner of the envelope or self-mailer
7. Mail must be sorted and bundled in Zip code order according to strict U.S. Postal Services guidelines
8. Nonprofit mailings have additional content and design requirements, including specific return address formats

Contact Distribution Services at (949) 824-4735 in the early stages of planning to ensure the mailing will qualify for discounted rates. Send a sample of your entire mailing to Distribution Services for review.

Bulk mail also can be classed as Nonprofit. Nonprofit rates are lower than regular bulk mail and have strict U.S. Postal Service content and design requirements.

1. 1. 1. 200 piece minimum
      2. Each piece must contain identical materials to ensure uniform weight: the same envelope size and same materials inside
      3. Each piece must weigh less than 16 ounces
      4. No personal correspondence, promotional material or advertisements may be enclosed
      5. No pieces may be mailed to foreign countries

Another option for bulk mail is presorting. The requirements are as follows:

1. 1. 1. 500 piece minimum
      2. Return address required on mail panel
      3. Endorsement required