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Digital Accessibility Auditor (WCAG 2.1)

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Response Deadline11/05/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity is for a Digital Accessibility Auditor to perform compliance audits for prime contractors working on Maryland State Department of Education projects. The selected provider will conduct annual audits utilizing screen readers and contrast checkers to verify adherence to WCAG 2.1 Level AA, Section 508, and ADA Title II standards. Key deliverables include the production of annual audit reports and updated Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates using version 2.5 REV WCAG or 2.5 REV 508. The solicitation was posted on October 28, 2026, with a response deadline of November 5, 2026, falling under NAICS code 541690.

General Info

Digital Accessibility Auditor for Maryland State Department of Education WCAG compliance audits.

Agency

Maryland State Department of Education

NAICS

541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services

Place of Performance

MD, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of BPM059543.

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Diligent Software Renewal

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PostedOct 28

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Response DeadlineNov 5

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11/05/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 7 days

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AgencyMaryland State Department of Education

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Organization / AgencyMaryland State Department of Education

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Performs accessibility compliance audits for prime contractors on Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) projects. Conducts annual audits using screen readers and contrast checkers to ensure WCAG 2.1 Level AA, Section 508, and ADA Title II compliance. Produces Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPAT) version 2.5 REV WCAG or 2.5 REV 508. Delivers annual audit reports and updated VPATs.

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