Publications Accessibility
ID: CB25-RFQ0004Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICECONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICECBO ACQUISITIONS OFFICEWashington, DC, 20515, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (54199)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7fa8aadfebc74fa3bda0a7e3917474ce/view
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    Description

    The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is seeking expert guidance to enhance the accessibility of its publications for individuals with disabilities. The primary objectives include determining the necessity of making both HTML and PDF formats accessible, identifying effective models for producing complex reports, and developing strategies that balance accessibility with usability for sighted users. This initiative is crucial for ensuring that CBO's publications are inclusive and user-friendly, with a focus on implementing inherent accessibility processes rather than relying on post-production fixes. Interested parties can contact Caryn Thiboheim at caryn.thiboheim@cbo.gov for further information regarding this Sources Sought notice.

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    Caryn Thiboheim
    caryn.thiboheim@cbo.gov
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    Publications Accessibility_RFI draft scope.docx
    The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is seeking expert guidance to improve the accessibility of its publications for individuals with disabilities. Key questions include the necessity of making both HTML and PDF formats accessible, the identification of models for producing complex reports, and strategies for balancing accessibility with usability for sighted users. The project will unfold in stages, commencing with simple improvements and advancing to address more complex accessibility needs over the years. CBO aims to implement effective processes to ensure inherent accessibility rather than relying on post-production remediation. The experts are expected to provide tailored advice, helping define tasks and evaluate methods while CBO carries out the implementation. Input regarding the integration of artificial intelligence in enhancing accessibility is also sought. Overall, the CBO is interested in establishing innovative models for accessibility without sacrificing operational efficiency, emphasizing the project’s gradual and multifaceted approach.
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