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Enterprise Section 508 Compliance Services for Federal Agencies

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AQIWO provides comprehensive Section 508 program support services to federal agencies requiring enterprise-level accessibility governance, testing, remediation oversight, and workforce enablement. Our services are aligned with statutory and regulatory requirements under Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and applicable WCAG standards.

 

We support agencies in establishing, maturing, and sustaining accessibility programs that integrate compliance into IT operations, procurement, content lifecycle management, and enterprise governance structures.

 

Scope of Services

1. Section 508 Program Management & Governance Support

AQIWO supports the planning, development, and management of agency-wide accessibility programs.

Services include:

• Development and revision of Section 508 policies and procedures

• Establishment and facilitation of Accessibility Governance Councils

• Enterprise accessibility strategy development

• Program management and performance reporting

• Risk identification and mitigation planning

• Integration of accessibility into IT modernization initiatives

Our approach ensures accessibility is embedded within enterprise governance frameworks rather than addressed reactively.

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2. Accessibility Testing & Compliance Validation

AQIWO provides comprehensive accessibility evaluation services using a combination of automated tools and manual testing methodologies.

Digital asset coverage includes:

• Public-facing and internal websites (HTML/CSS/JavaScript)

• Web applications and enterprise systems

• PDF, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel documents

• Multimedia and video content

Deliverables may include:

• Detailed defect reports mapped to Section 508 criteria

• WCAG-aligned findings and remediation recommendations

• Verification testing documentation

• Executive-level compliance summaries

Testing services are scalable to support enterprise-level asset inventories.

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3. Accessibility Enterprise Tooling & Infrastructure Support

AQIWO assists agencies in adopting and operationalizing enterprise accessibility tools.

Support areas include:

• Evaluation and implementation of automated scanning tools

• Integration of scanning tools into CI/CD and content workflows

• Development of accessibility dashboards and reporting mechanisms

• VPAT / ACR review and tracking database management

• Accessibility metrics and performance reporting

We support agencies in transitioning from isolated testing efforts to measurable, program-wide oversight.

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4. Remediation Oversight & Technical Guidance

While agencies and contractors perform remediation, AQIWO provides structured oversight and validation support.

Services include:

• Prioritized remediation guidance

• Developer and content author technical assistance

• Repeat testing and validation

• Risk-based remediation planning

Our role is to reduce rework and ensure consistent compliance outcomes.

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5. Accessibility Training & Workforce Enablement

AQIWO develops and delivers accessibility education programs to build internal capacity.

Training offerings include:

• Role-based accessibility curriculum development

• A11y Champions program design and implementation

• Executive briefings and leadership workshops

• Developer and content author training sessions

• Creation and maintenance of Accessibility Resource Hubs

Training programs are aligned with agency mission needs and compliance requirements.

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Federal Experience

AQIWO has supported federal agencies in the design and execution of enterprise Section 508 programs, including:

• U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC): Section 508 compliance reviews of public-facing websites and digital assets.

• U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC): Development and operationalization of a comprehensive Section 508 program including policies, procedures, education, and governance support.

Our experience reflects familiarity with federal acquisition processes, reporting requirements, and enterprise IT environments.

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Methodology

AQIWO applies a structured, repeatable methodology aligned with federal program management standards:

1. Program Assessment & Asset Inventory

2. Automated and Manual Accessibility Evaluation

3. Defect Documentation & Remediation Planning

4. Verification Testing & Compliance Reporting

5. Governance Integration & Continuous Improvement

This methodology supports audit readiness, transparency, and long-term sustainability.

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Why AQIWO

• Established federal contractor since 2002

• ISO 9001:2015 Certified

• DCAA-Compliant Accounting System

• Native American Small Business

• Experienced in enterprise-scale accessibility operations

AQIWO combines technical accessibility expertise with program management discipline to deliver compliant, scalable, and sustainable accessibility solutions.

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For information regarding AQIWO’s Digital Accessibility and Section 508 Program Support services, please contact:

Eric L. Blackmon, PMP
Sr. Vice President / COO
Eric.Blackmon@aqiwo.com
703-827-8061