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USPS loves CDS suppliers.

Do you want to know why?

Because they know many suppliers will never fully read or understand the contract they signed.

For years, myself, others, and even people within the CDS office have told suppliers the same three words:

FOLLOW THE CONTRACT.

The problem is that too many people bid to win the route, not to fully understand whether the route can be operated properly, legally, and profitably.

When suppliers do not understand their contract, they are easier to control, pressure, and manipulate.

They accept verbal instructions that are not in writing.
They perform extra work without proper authorization.
They absorb additional costs without documentation.
They make Facebook comments based on opinions instead of contract language.
Then they wonder why USPS holds the advantage.

Respectfully, there are days when I dread reading some of the Facebook responses given to suppliers who are asking legitimate questions because they want to learn and follow the contract. Instead of accurate, contract-based guidance, too many responses are based on opinion, assumption, or “this is how we’ve always done it.”

This is not about being anti-USPS. This is about being a professional independent business owner operating under a federal contract.

USPS is going to protect USPS.

The question is whether you are protecting your own business.

Read your contract. Understand your contract. Document everything.

And above all else:

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Top Tips to Becoming a Successful CDS Business Owner

Quick Tips

We've heard your requests and have made a crucial new section called Quick Tips. You can find Quick Tips under our New FAQs section located on our Main Menu. We know in this industry when you need answers you need them now. So we have created a Quick Tips page with the most necessary need to knows we find help CDS Suppliers best.

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As we all know the casing, marking up, pulling down, loading and delivery of mail can be challenging at times, especially in the beginning for new suppliers and employees. The following Helpful Tips are provided by CDS Solutions members working together, helping other members in becoming more efficient Contract Delivery Service mail carriers.

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Q&A's

We know in this industry when you need answers you need them now. Check out our industry question and answers. If you can't find what you are looking for, send your question to  contact@cdssolutions.org OR submit it directly through the form on the Q&A page. Our Member's input is crucial to not only grow our training, but give our users the exact details they need.

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​Our focus is on providing an in-depth view to all aspects of owning and operating a USPS Contract Delivery Service (CDS) business.

CDS Solutions is here to educate our USPS Contract Delivery Service (CDS) supplier member base to be better informed as business owners while providing a contract delivery service for the USPS. We go the last mile to deliver you the answers to your questions and provide all members with an in-depth education in all aspects of this business.

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Don't miss out on all of the opportunities your membership has to offer. Review the CDS Solutions Membership checklist below. Be sure you've completed these steps and take your business to the next level with CDS Solutions as your guide!

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Utilize the Networking Map

Every CDS suppliers has the worrisome thoughts of what will happen if I can't provide coverage for my route, or My PM/AO doesn't know how to perform a survey of the route or enter a SCR, or I'm not being paid for services I provided  CDS Solutions will be there with you by providing you the ability to network with fellow CDS suppliers in your area ahead of time to avoid such situations.

Members are automatically added to CDS Solutions Networking Map so please be sure to submit the following information.

Please provide CDS Solutions a listing of your CDS location(s). (Click For Example) By providing a partial snap shot of the latest Remittance Advice, excluding the contract monthly rate, CDS Solutions will enter your locale(s) onto the Networking Map.
All we need is your...

  • Contract Number(s) from the submitted Remittance Advice
  • Name/Company name
  • Contact Information -however you would like other CDS suppliers contacting you. (Click For Examples)

Submit Your Location Updates TODAY!

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Need to update your password? Upgrade your account? Or change your business details to keep your account up to date? You can head to your account here to take care of all your account needs. 

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Please reach out to us directly at contact@cdssolutions.org to discuss the cancellation of your account. Our Team is more than happy to help! Please note that CDS Solutions does NOT provide refunds. CDS Solutions members are responsible for cancelling their subscription prior to their next payment. We thank you for your understanding!

Where to Start

Our Guides are crucial self training, whether you are just starting out or have been in the industry for years. To help guide you through your training select one of the options below for a personalized Step By Step on where to begin.

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Interested or considering in becoming a CDS Supplier, these steps will help you most moving forward!

Mid Level

Just starting out in your CDS Supply Business, these personalized steps will help you most with your self training.

Advanced Level

These steps are best to get your business in order and make sure you are running it in the best possible way for your own success and growth.

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