Make copies of the LAP-Sort 1 on white paper.

1. Cut the two forms apart and use one half sheet per bundle of returns.
2. Bundle like return types together after all Locality processing is completed.
3. On the LAP-Sort 1, circle the Form Type and the Bottom Line Type of the returns in the bundle.
4. Attach the completed LAP-Sort 1 to the bundle of returns to be transmitted to TAX.

1. Photocopy the Locality Shipment Form.
2. Cut the two forms apart and use one half-sheet for each package.
3. Complete one Locality Shipment Form for each package by entering the following information:
• The name of the locality in the Locality Name box.
• The 3-digit FIPS code of the locality in the FIPS Code box.
• The date the item was mailed in the Mailing Date box.
• The Shipment Number in the Shipment Number box.

Make copies of LAP-Sort 2 on white paper.

1. Cut the two forms apart and use one half sheet per bundle of returns.
2. Bundle all direct file work together and attach the LAP-Sort 2 to the bundle.
NOTE: There is no need to sort/identify the work on the LAP-Sort 2, except for Timely / Late Forms 760-PFF for Farmer/Fisherman payment vouchers to ensure special handling.