Accessibility and Section 508 Compliance

The contract requires ensuring Recreation.gov complies with federal accessibility standards, specifically Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 Level AA, to guarantee equal access for individuals with disabilities. This includes developing and submitting Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates and Accessibility Conformance Reports, as well as actively supporting the remediation of any identified accessibility barriers. The work is essential to maintain compliance through ongoing evaluation, documentation, and corrective actions aligned with current digital accessibility guidelines. This subcontract, posted by the USDA Forest Service under the NAICS code 541690, is open for responses until May 21, 2026, and pertains to services performed in support of federal digital platforms. The scope demands expertise in accessibility testing, regulatory interpretation, and remediation planning to meet stringent federal requirements, with all deliverables focused on ensuring an inclusive user experience across the Recreation.gov platform.