The SIUE Standard Mail Center (SMC) was established to meet the
University's needs for assistance with large U.S. mailings. In order to
qualify for the Standard Mail rates, there must be a minimum of 200 or more
identical pieces. By using the Center to assemble your mailing, you not only
save labor but also are able to qualify for the lowest possible (automated)
rates.
It is RECOMMENDED that you seek advice from the SMC for aspects
of standard mailings such as thickness (grade of paper),
background color, flexibility, rigidity and barcode print tolerances
before the mail piece is printed. A properly designed mail piece qualifies for the best postage rate
possible, helping avoid unanticipated costs and delays in delivery. Questions
may be directed to Jenifer Morales at 650-5829 or by email @
jmorale@siue.edu
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For more detailed
instructions on options available,
click on the appropriate link:
Automated and
Non-Automated Guidelines |
BASIC GUIDELINES/REQUIREMENTS:
 | A minimum of 200 pieces, identical in size and weight. |
| Material must have an SIUE return address and pertain to
SIUE business. |
| Material that is not in No. 10 business envelopes requires preprinted or
hand stamped "Permit No. 68." |
| Folded material must have the fold at the bottom with tabs at the top
opening. Contact SMC for tabbing requirements. No staples are permitted.
Tabbing service is available through SMC. |
| Face mail in same direction using mail trays or tubs available from SMC.
No. 10 envelopes should be flapped (all flaps on envelopes pointing
downward). |
| Standard Mail form must be completed by mailing unit prior to mailing and
signed by Fiscal Officer. |
| Advance notice is required to effectively handle and process large
mailings of 2,500 or more pieces. |
| For large mailings (200 pieces or more), a
mailing disk of addresses is required. |
 STANDARD
MAIL CENTER RATES
(including surcharges)
Non-Profit Standard (A)
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Automated (disk provided) |
| Basic Letter |
$0.331 |
| Basic Flat |
$0.604 |
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*Non-Automated (no disk provided)* |
| Basic Letter |
$0.374 |
| Basic Flat |
$0.689 |
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Non-Automated (disk provided) |
| Basic Letter |
$0.354 |
| Basic Flat |
$0.639 |
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Piece Pound (over 3 oz.) |
| Pieces weighing more than
3 ounces are charged a per-piece rate plus a per pound rate. Please
call ext. 5829 for pricing. |
(PLEASE NOTE: Included in
the above rates are: certifying & cleansing the mailing list, barcoding
ZIP+4 addresses, sealing, inkjet or laser labels, inserting, folding, and
tabbing)
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