9.1.2 VPAT Verification
Created: October 1, 2019
Software purchases that carry with them the need to address accessibility will be reviewed for Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) compliance.
“A Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPATâ„¢) is a document that explains how information and communication technology (ICT) products such as software, hardware, electronic content, and support documentation meet (conform to) the Revised 508 Standards for IT accessibility. VPATsâ„¢ help Federal agency contracting officials and government buyers to assess ICT for accessibility when doing market research and evaluating proposals.â€
Such purchases must be cleared through the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Chief Information Officer.