Accessibility & Section 508 Compliance Testing

The contract requires ongoing accessibility testing and remediation efforts to ensure the platform and its content fully comply with Section 508 and WCAG 2.2 Level AA accessibility standards. This work is critical to maintaining equitable access for individuals with disabilities and involves continuous evaluation, identification of barriers, and implementation of corrective actions across all digital assets. The scope demands expertise in automated and manual testing methodologies, as well as deep knowledge of current federal accessibility requirements and best practices for inclusive design. This is a subcontract under the National Institutes of Health Office of the Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, with performance required in Bethesda, Maryland, zip code 20892. The solicitation was posted on August 7, 2026, and responses are due by August 27, 2026. The NAICS code 541690 applies to other scientific and technical consulting services, indicating the nature of the work is professional and advisory in scope. There is no set-aside designation specified, and the opportunity is open to qualified subcontractors seeking to support federal accessibility compliance initiatives.