Bulk Mailing Procedures

Requirements

  • Bulk mailings must contain 500 pieces or more (postcards, envelopes, flats).
  • The University postage indicia must be on each piece.
  • Each piece must be identical in message, size, and weight.
  • Provide the exact count of the number of pieces in the mailing.
  • Contents in the mailing should fit the correct size envelope.
  • Bulk mailings are for USA postal zip codes only; no international addresses.
  • Bulk mailings can be sent First Class or Non-Profit.
  • Notify Mail Services of the mailing two weeks in advance of desired mailing date.
  • Bulk mailings are delivered Tuesday & Friday at 1:00pm.
  • Stockton Mail Services has trays or buckets available for your use.

Tips & Tricks

  • Check the mailing list for duplicate names.
  • Check for addresses that are Stockton Campus addresses; pull these items from the mailing.
  • If envelopes need to be sealed, please provide extra time for processing.
  • Flats must be sealed prior to delivery to mail room.
  • Heavier weight paper must be used for tri fold mailings.
  • If the piece is folded, it must have 2 seals; one on the top and one on the right hand side.
  • The bottom ½” of each piece must be kept white for USPS placed bar codes.