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Resources on BuyAccessible.gov - Aug 08 , 2014
Did you know that there are resources such as checklists for creating accessible documents on BuyAccessible.gov?
What does your agency need to do to improve compliance with Section 508? We have a one-page document that summarizes what is needed. The 10 steps are:
Updated Guidance on Creating 508 Compliant IT Solicitations - Jul 11 , 2014
We just updated the guidance document, "Guidance on Creating 508 Compliant IT Solicitations." In addition to your responsibilities to include applicable Section 508 requirements in your solicitations, you need to also make sure that your solicitations documents are fully accessible. This site has resources to help you Create Accessible Solicitation Documents.
Quick Links provide quick and easy pre-packaged Section 508 solicitation documentation for a number of standard Electronic and Information Technology (EIT)/Information and Communication Technology (ICT) deliverables. In addition to providing solicitation language, Quick Links provide a Government Product Accessibility Template (GPAT) that identifies applicable Section 508 provisions.
Have you ever used a BuyAccessible Quick Link? - Jun 10 , 2014
Quick Links provide quick and easy pre-packaged Section 508 solicitation documentation for a number of standard Electronic and Information Technology (EIT)/Information and Communication Technology (ICT) deliverables. In addition to providing solicitation language, Quick Links provide a Government Product Accessibility Template (GPAT) that identifies applicable Section 508 provisions.
TIME: Thursday, May 22, 2014, 1:00- 2:30 PM Eastern Time
Announcing the Beta Version of www.BuyAccessible.gov - May 02 , 2014
We are excited to announce the new redesigned www.BuyAccessible.gov website. This site is currently a Beta version and will be undergoing more usability and accessibility testing in the coming months. Please review the site and contents as we welcome your feedback. Use the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of the screen to submit your comments and suggestions.
What do Vendors do with a GPAT? - Feb 04 , 2014
As a vendor, what do you do when a Government Product Accessibility Template (GPAT) is included in a solicitation? The GPAT identifies government accessibility requirements applicable Section 508 provisions to that acquisition. Here is what you need to do to respond.
The first section of the GPAT is a summary table of the government's accessibility requirements. It identifies the total number of applicable provisions, with notes that further explain these requirements. You need to wait to fill out this summary until after you fill out the rest of the GPAT.
SAVE THE DATES: The Training subcommittee of the Accessibility Community of Practice of the CIOC announces webinar dates for 2014 - Dec 17 , 2013
The Training subcommittee of the Accessibility Community of Practice of the CIOC announces webinar dates for 2014:
Section 508 Best Practices Webinar Series dates:
January 28, 2014
March 25, 2014
May 22, 2014
July 29, 2014
September 30, 2014
November 20, 2014
NOTE: Topics will be announced at a future date.
All webinars will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET
New Video and Multimedia Accessibility Guide - Dec 05 , 2013
Social media sites, such as YouTube and Facebook, have made the distribution of online video a thriving industry, and video has revolutionized the online learning world. With online video so embedded (pun intended) in our lives, it makes perfect sense for government agencies to use video to engage its citizens. But the U.S. federal government is mandated to deliver information and services in a way that is accessible to all federal employees and U.S. citizens - 17% percent of whom have a disability that impacts computer use.