Accessibility & Compliance Assurance

The contract titled Accessibility & Compliance Assurance requires the contractor to ensure full adherence to WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards, FERPA regulations for student data protection, and applicable data privacy frameworks across all digital platforms under Texas State University’s purview. This includes conducting comprehensive audits to identify noncompliance issues and implementing timely remediation efforts to resolve accessibility barriers and privacy vulnerabilities. The work must be performed in alignment with federal and state mandates governing digital accessibility and educational data security, with a focus on creating inclusive and secure user experiences for students, staff, and the public. The subcontract is solicited under NAICS code 541611, which corresponds to management consulting services, indicating the engagement is performance-based and advisory in nature with a strong technical execution component. Responses must be submitted by July 17, 2026, and the work is expected to be delivered in support of Texas State University’s broader institutional goals to uphold legal compliance and promote equitable access to digital resources. The solicitation is posted via the Texas SmartBuy platform, and while specific performance locations are not detailed, the contractor is expected to engage remotely or on-site as necessary to meet audit and remediation requirements for the university’s digital ecosystem.