FedEx Launches SameDay Local with OneRail: 2-Hour and End-of-Day Delivery Now Available for Oversized & Specialized Shipments

FedEx is making a significant move to strengthen its same-day delivery capabilities. On March 24, 2026, the company announced the launch of FedEx SameDay Local, a new service developed in partnership with last-mile orchestration platform OneRail.

This service allows customers to offer two-hour or end-of-day delivery at checkout, expanding FedEx’s ability to handle time-sensitive, large, oversized, or specialized shipments that traditionally fall outside standard next-day or ground networks.

How SameDay Local Works

Through the collaboration with OneRail, FedEx customers gain access to a national network of more than 1,000 delivery providers. OneRail’s AI-powered platform automatically matches shipments with the best available carrier and optimizes routing for speed and efficiency.

Key features include:

• Near real-time tracking from pickup to drop-off

• Estimated time of arrival (ETA) updates

• Proof of delivery

• Proactive monitoring and 24/7 support to manage potential delays

The service is designed to integrate seamlessly via API, giving shippers and retailers flexible options to meet rising consumer expectations for speed — especially for bulky or specialized items that are difficult to handle through traditional parcel networks.

Why This Matters for Shippers and Retailers

FedEx has been aggressively working to grow volume and improve service levels following its most profitable peak season on record. SameDay Local represents another step in expanding its last-mile footprint, allowing businesses to compete with the ultra-fast delivery options now offered by Amazon (1-hour and 3-hour delivery), Walmart (3-hour delivery), Target (next-day in select markets), and Dollar General.

For shippers, this creates new opportunities to:

• Offer faster delivery windows on high-value or oversized items

• Reduce reliance on multiple carriers for time-sensitive shipments

• Improve customer satisfaction with predictable ETAs and proactive communication

Strategic Implications for Supply Chains

As consumer demand for speed continues to grow, services like FedEx SameDay Local blur the lines between traditional parcel, LTL, and dedicated last-mile delivery. This is particularly relevant for furniture, appliances, home goods, and other bulky items that have historically been challenging and expensive to deliver quickly.

At Gain Consulting LLC, we see this as another sign of the ongoing evolution in last-mile logistics. Companies that successfully integrate these faster, more flexible delivery options into their fulfillment strategy will gain a competitive edge in 2026 and beyond.

If your business ships oversized, specialized, or time-sensitive products — or if you’re evaluating how to enhance your same-day and last-mile capabilities — now is an excellent time to review your carrier mix and technology stack.

Contact Gain Consulting LLC today for a no-obligation assessment of how FedEx SameDay Local (and similar solutions) could fit into your supply chain. We help clients optimize last-mile strategies, reduce costs, and improve delivery speed in an increasingly competitive environment.

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For the official announcement, visit the FedEx Newsroom.