Thank you for all who responded to my question about the 1099NEC. A special thanks to qbteachmt.  

I spoke directly to an IRS agent.

Yes you can handwrite the form and yes both can be mailed 1096 and 1099 NEC at the address I indicated in my original post.

For everyones information  the IRS just opened a portal in which we can send the forms.  I do not have more information as to the procedure.  This will conclude looking for answers.  Again.  Thank you Accounting community

Thanks, Janine