Section 508 Compliance Auditing
Section 508 Compliance Auditing by XOps360 LLC. XOps360 provides federal Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 accessibility compliance auditing, remediation planning, and VPAT documentation for federal agencies and prime contractors. As an SDVOSB, XOps360 is eligible for set-aside contracts covering accessibility compliance work under NAICS codes 541511, 541512, and 541690. Services include full accessibility audits, remediation roadmaps, and Voluntary Product Accessibility Template preparation for federal IT procurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Section 508 compliance?
Section 508 is a federal law requiring that all electronic and information technology developed, procured, or used by federal agencies be accessible to people with disabilities. It applies to websites, software, documents, and any digital content produced or used in federal work, and is enforced by the Access Board using WCAG 2.1 as the technical standard.
What is a VPAT and when is it required?
A Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) is a document that describes how a product or service meets Section 508 accessibility standards. It is required when federal agencies evaluate vendors during procurement. A completed VPAT lets contracting officers verify accessibility compliance before award and is often a mandatory deliverable in federal IT contracts.
What is the difference between Section 508 and WCAG?
Section 508 is the U.S. federal law mandating accessibility for federal IT. WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) is the international technical standard that Section 508 references and incorporates. Compliance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA satisfies the technical requirements of Section 508. Think of Section 508 as the legal requirement and WCAG as the technical specification.
Which federal agencies require Section 508 compliance?
All U.S. federal agencies are required to comply with Section 508, including civilian agencies, the Department of Defense, and independent agencies. The requirement applies to any agency that develops, procures, maintains, or uses electronic and information technology, which covers effectively every federal website, software system, and digital document.
What NAICS codes cover 508 compliance services?
Section 508 compliance services are typically performed under NAICS 541511 (custom computer programming), 541512 (computer systems design), or 541690 (other scientific and technical consulting). The applicable code depends on whether the engagement is primarily a technical audit, a remediation development effort, or a consulting and advisory engagement.