Avendra’s procurement experts and account management teams are working directly with customers to help ensure the supply chain is reactivated to support their business needs. Below are resources we developed to help operators plan for ramping-up and reopening safely and efficiently.

Avendra’s COVID-19 Resource Guide

Included in this resource guide is information on new and emerging products and services that may be of interest as you look to provide safe and healthy surroundings for your guests and employees, as well as commentary and direction on categories that may experience periods of volatility in pricing or supply.

View the Resource Guide.

Additional Resources

• Guidance on Supplier Deliveries and Service Provider Preparedness During COVID-19 Health Crisis: Includes Supplier Plan for Distributors and On-Property Service Providers, Guidance on Reporting Potential COVID-19 Exposure and more
• Using Cleaning Chemicals During COVID-19: Avendra’s considerations and general recommendations for the safe and effective use of cleaning chemicals
• Supply Chain Updates: Protein Trends in the U.S. and Canada, compiled by Avendra’s Strategic Sourcing Team
• Food for Thought: Managing Food and Beverage Costs During the COVID-19 Ramp-up and Recovery, by Avendra Consulting Services: A look at how properties can optimize F&B operations by Avendra’s Consulting Services team
• 5 Best Practices for Purchasing Disposables During COVID-19
• Short Term Cost Containment for Low Occupancy Situations, provided by Avendra Consulting Services
• Reopening Procedures for Equipment Guide: Recommended procedures for reopening select equipment
• Supplier Lead Times: A list of supplier lead times to help properties plan ahead
• Face Masks 101: An overview of the types of masks, their intended use, safety considerations and best practices
• Hand Sanitizer Selection, Use and Refilling Guide
• Avendra’s Sanitation Checklist for Properties

Supplier Solutions

• The ABC’s of Housekeeping: Recommendations for Housekeeping & Guest Room Hygiene post COVID-19 by UMF Corporation
• Ecolab/Nalco Re-commissioning Water Systems
• Pepsi Equipment Temporary Shutdown and Startup Recommendations
• Citrus World (Florida’s Natural) Guidance for Proper Shut Down of Juice Dispensers
• Nestle Coffee Equipment Ramp Down Procedures
• Dish Machine Care – Long-Term Downtime Best Practices
• 13 Tips to Support Your Foodservice Business
• Ecolab Pest Service Recommendations