1. Laundry Pickup & Delivery • Provide timely pick-up and delivery of API’s pre-bagged soiled laundry from a centralized ‘soiled’ location at API to the Contractor’s offsite facility. • Return clean, dry, and properly packaged laundry to API’s designated centralized ‘clean’ location. • Pickup and Delivery will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday Between the hours of 8:00am – 10:00am • All Transportation of soiled and clean linens must occur using separate, covered carts that are washable and cleaned daily in compliance with 7 ACC 12.740 and CDC Guidelines for laundry in Healthcare Settings. 2. Sorting, Inspection & Personal Item Recovery • Check and sort soiled laundry bags and pockets to remove contents, bag separately, and return any personal items (e.g. combs, currency, small belongings). o Pockets may be padded for contents rather than individually checked. o Contractor must document and itemize any items found and return them to API. • Contractor staff shall maintain confidentiality regarding any patient identity or condition observed during service. • The contracting staff must be trained in infection control and proper handling methods in accordance with CMS (42 CFR 482.42) and The Joint Commission (IC.02.02.02). 3. Infection Control & Compliance Requirements • Wash all linens using 160°F (71°C) water or EPA-approved cold-water disinfectants. • Use EPA-registered antimicrobial detergents for all loads. • Apply chlorine bleach to linens heavily soiled with blood or bodily fluids.
