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Accessibility Compliance & Testing Support

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The contract requires comprehensive accessibility audits and testing of Newsela’s digital platform to ensure full compliance with ADA, WCAG 2.1 AA, and Section 508 standards, with special attention to the needs of deaf and blind users. The work involves evaluating the platform’s usability, functionality, and adherence to accessibility guidelines through expert testing methodologies to identify and document barriers, followed by recommendations for remediation. The goal is to make the platform inclusive and fully accessible to individuals with sensory disabilities, supporting equitable access to educational content. This is a subcontract under the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, with a NAICS code of 541690 indicating other scientific and technical consulting services. The solicitation was posted on July 29, 2026, and responses are due by August 3, 2026. The place of performance and agency office details are not specified, and no set-aside type is indicated. All proposed work must be submitted through the Florida government procurement portal, and contractors are expected to demonstrate proven experience in digital accessibility auditing for educational technology platforms.

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Accessibility audit of Newsela’s platform to meet ADA, WCAG 2.1 AA, and Section 508 standards for deaf and blind users.

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Florida School for the Deaf and the BlindView Agency

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541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting ServicesView NAICS

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FL, USA

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AgencyFlorida School for the Deaf and the Blind
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Conduct accessibility audits and testing of Newsela’s platform to ensure compliance with ADA, WCAG 2.1 AA, and Section 508 standards for deaf and blind users.

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