Contract Scope
The services listed here are for
informational purposes only for Statewide Contract Users. In accordance with
RCW 43.19.710-720, Mail Services are provided by Consolidated Mail Services (CMS), within the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services. As such, this is
not a competitively bid contract, and the state does not seek bidders or external vendors for mailing services at this time.
Restrictions: State Agencies must use Contract 01214 for services listed within the 98504 zip code area or successor zip code areas for agencies in the Olympia, Tumwater, and Lacey area. Other Purchasers may also use CMS's services through this contract, however it is not required.
Services Available
CMS provides outgoing mail services at generally lower rates than those offered through the US Postal Service. Additionally, these services are also available through CMS:
Inserting, Document Preparation, and Special Services
• Inserting with track and trace capabilities
• Folding
• Ink jet addressing
• Bursting and trimming
• Labeling
• Tabbing
• Supply ordering and warehousing of envelopes and inserts
• QC processes
• Last minute pulls
Consulting
• Consulting services providing assistance with Postal Service regulations and mailroom security
• Postage accountability
• Customer service department to assist with all ranges of customer inquiries
Interagency Mail
• Sorting and delivery of interagency mail to your designated location
• Pickup and delivery of outbound interagency mail
• Tracking capability
Incoming Mail
• Sorting and delivery of incoming mail from the United States Postal Service
• Includes tracking of accountable mail such as Certified and USPS Express
• X-ray scanning of all incoming mail from the United States Postal Service
Outgoing Mail
• United States Postal Service, FedEx, SmartMail
• Metering
• Presorting for postage discounts
• Extra USPS services – Certified, Registered, Express, Priority, Insured, etc.
• Electronic Return Receipt (ERR)
• International
• Package services
How to Use this Contract
1. Contact the Consolidated Mail Services directly using the information below to consult about their products and services.
2. Reference DES Contract No. 01214 on your Purchase Order.
3. Contact the Contract Administrator listed below with any further questions.
Contact Information for Consolidated Mail Services (CMS)
Customer Service Email:
cmsmail@des.wa.gov
Telephone: 360-586-0457
Website:
DES Consolidated Mail Services & Printing Website.