The 痳豆在线 strives to ensure that all digital products developed at, purchased by, or used at the University are accessible to all faculty, students, and staff, including those with disabilities. To reach this goal, anyone making procurement or licensing decisions on behalf of the UW has responsibility to consider accessibility of the product or service within the procurement process.
Important: Before you begin working with or assessing a supplier鈥檚 accessibility compliance, if the cost exceeds $9,999, contact the team to involve them early in the process. Purchases over $9,999 are subject to state purchase statutes and may require formal competition in the absence of an available contract or valid sole source. Additional information about the procurement process is available at: .
When purchasing or renewing any web application, mobile app, or other digital product, you must complete a Digital Product Accessibility Review to ensure the product meets accessibility standards. This review and approval will be required to be attached to your Requisition or Procurement Connect ticket request for all Digital Product purchases that are placed on or after April 26, 2026.
Procurement Contract Managers must verify that the accessibility review has been performed and approved before they can proceed with reviewing your purchase.
Digital Product Accessibility Review
Accessibility assurances in contracts
All technology suppliers are expected to provide assurances that their product is either compliant with accessibility standards, or is working toward compliance within a reasonable timeline.聽The , maintained by Procurement Services, includes a (in PDF) which should be attached to all contracts for applicable goods and services.