PS Form 5051 - Confirmation Services Electronic Option Application

The PS Form 5051 is used to apply for the electronic option of confirmation services provided by the United States Postal Service (USPS). This form allows businesses and mailers to establish an electronic link with USPS for exchanging acceptance and delivery data, which includes services such as Priority Mail, Express Mail, and others. This electronic option eliminates the need for a physical mailing receipt.

Instructions and Key Fields: The form includes a variety of fields and sections for capturing customer information and the specific services requested. Here are key sections and fields:

Part A - Customer Information (Please print or type):

• Mailer Identification Number (MID): A unique identifier for the mailer.
• Company Name: The name of the company or organization.
• Company Street Address: The street address of the company.
• City, State, and ZIP+4®: The city, state, and ZIP code of the company.
• Telephone Number (Include Area Code): The contact telephone number.
• Current Mailing Address: The mailing address for the mailer.
• Email Address: The contact email address.

Part B - Service Requested and Optional Customer Information:

• Select service(s) desired: The specific USPS services requested.
• How will you send your electronic file?: Details on how the electronic file will be transmitted.
• Will you be using vendor software?: A yes/no question about using vendor software.
• Will you print your own barcoded labels?: A yes/no question about printing barcoded labels.
• Please provide additional information unique to your process, or discuss other issues: An optional field for additional details or remarks.

Part 1 - Mailer Identification Number (MID):

• Instructions on obtaining a Mailer Identification Number (MID) via the Business Customer Gateway.

Part 2 - Fax, e-mail or mail certification documentation:

• Instructions on how to submit the certification documentation, including PS Form 5051, PS Form 1357-S, PS Form 5052, and labels to USPS.

Part 3 - Certification Process:

• Steps for completing the certification process, including creating an electronic test file, printing labels, and completing the PS Form 5052 (Confirmation Services Printer Verification).

Use Case: This form is used by businesses and mailers to apply for electronic confirmation services offered by USPS. It allows mailers to establish an electronic link for exchanging data with USPS for various mail services, making the process more efficient and eliminating the need for physical mailing receipts.

Privacy Note: Given the nature of the form, it contains customer information and contact details, so it should be handled with care and used exclusively for USPS confirmation services. For more information about privacy, users are directed to the USPS Privacy Policy.