On March 25, Mail, Document & Distribution Services (MDDS) sent the below communication to all UCLA employees.
The UC Office of the President has informed us of a one-day strike by UPTE and AFSCME planned for Tuesday, April 1, 2025. This may affect delivery services, as drivers for companies like UPS, FedEx and Amazon may choose not to cross picket lines. To mitigate any disruptions, we encourage all departments to implement their continuity plans and stock up on essential supplies immediately.
Service Adjustments
Mail Services (Strathmore Building), CHS Receiving (A-Level loading dock), and Cylinder Management (CHS A3-291) will remain open during regular business hours but with reduced staffing. Please pre-order essential items to avoid delays. Limit orders during the job action, as deliveries may be delayed, and only urgent inbound items may be available for pickup.
Specific Instructions
- Mail Services (Strathmore Building): We will make every effort to handle Express Priority Mail. For urgent pickups, visit Mail Services with your University ID. Contact MDDS@mdds.ucla.edu or call x50374 for assistance.
- CHS Receiving (CHS A6-081): If shipments are unavoidable, we will prioritize urgent and perishable items. For urgent pickups, please visit CHS Receiving with your University ID. Contact Eddie Dawson at EDawson@mdds.ucla.edu or call x54236 for questions.
- Cylinder Management (CHS A3-291): Limited deliveries will be available for urgent items within the CHS complex. Contact Tony Franco at TFranco@mdds.ucla.edu or call x51127 for inquiries.
Off-Campus Resources for Limited Urgent Items
During any disruptions, the following locations offer outbound package drop-off (using the respective carrier’s account number) and/or inbound package receiving (add “Hold for Pickup” in the store’s delivery address; additional fees may apply):
- UPS Store, 907 Westwood Blvd.
- FedEx Store, 1520 Westwood Blvd.
- Amazon Locker, 923 Westwood Blvd.
Questions?
We’re here to assist!
- For support with U.S. Mail (USPS) or shipping/receiving at the CHS building, contact Mail, Document & Distribution Services at MDDS@mdds.ucla.edu
- For PCard help, create a case through the Finance Support Portal
- For BruinBuy Plus inquiries, submit a support ticket and/or attend office hours
Learn more about union negotiations: Unions and UC.
Please share this information with your colleagues. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we implement these continuity plans.
