The MOU reads in part:

Re: Article 12.1 – Probationary Period – Bidding

The parties agree to the following regarding bidding during a ninety calendar day probationary period:

Full-time career mail handlers who are serving a probationary period pursuant to Article 12.1 of the National Agreement and applicable memoranda of understanding are eligible to bid for vacant duty assignments in accordance with Article 12.3 of the National Agreement.

Seniority for full-time career mail handlers during their probationary period will be computed for the purpose of bidding pursuant to this agreement. This computation of such seniority does not create any additional obligation or entitlement for application of seniority not otherwise provided for in the National Agreement.

This agreement is effective from the date of signature. However, either party may terminate this agreement by providing 30 days written notice to the other party. This agreement is reached without prejudice to the position of either party in this or any other matter and may only be cited to enforce its terms.

This agreement was distributed to all Local Presidents on August 20, 2014 and is effective immediately.

Review the Memorandum of Understanding (pdf)

NALC, USPS MOU on bidding rights