Deque University Certified · WCAG 2.1 & 2.2 · axe-core · Serving Alaska
Web Accessibility Services
Audited and tested by blind and low-vision Alaskans who use assistive technology every day.
Federal law now requires WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance from state and local governments, healthcare providers, schools, and universities. The deadline for most public-sector organizations is April 2027. ACBVI delivers rigorous web accessibility audits, remediation guidance, and ongoing monitoring — grounded in the lived experience of blind and low-vision Alaskans.
The 2027 Compliance Clock Is Running
The U.S. Department of Justice extended ADA Title II deadlines in April 2026. Most organizations now have a runway — but litigation risk under Title III exists today. Here is where your organization stands.
| Driver | Who It Covers | Standard | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADA Title II (DOJ) | State & local government, population ≥50,000 | WCAG 2.1 AA | April 2027 |
| ADA Title II (DOJ) | Population <50,000 and special districts | WCAG 2.1 AA | April 2028 |
| HHS §504 / §1557 | HHS-funded healthcare, 15 or more employees | WCAG 2.1 AA | May 2027 |
| ADA Title III (litigation) | Private business | De facto WCAG 2.x | Now — ongoing risk |
| Section 508 | Federal agencies and contractors | WCAG 2.0 AA | In force |
Our Services
Three audit tiers scaled to your site’s size and compliance goals. Every engagement includes a detailed remediation roadmap with code-level fixes.
Tier 1 — Accessibility Scan Report
Starting at $500
Automated scan of up to 10 pages. Identifies the highest-risk barriers quickly. Best for small organizations starting their accessibility journey or needing a fast baseline report.
- Industry-standard automated analysis
- Prioritized issue list with WCAG references
- Executive summary for leadership
- Remediation guidance for each finding
Tier 2 — Hybrid Audit
$2,500 – $7,000
Automated scan plus targeted manual review of critical user flows. Covers the barriers automation cannot catch. Best for medium-sized sites and organizations preparing for compliance.
- Everything in Tier 1
- Manual review of key pages and user flows
- Keyboard navigation and focus testing
- ARIA and form accessibility review
- Screen reader testing checklist
Tier 3 — Full Manual Audit
$5,000 – $15,000
Comprehensive WCAG 2.2 AA audit across your full site — automated analysis, manual page-by-page review, live screen reader testing, and a full remediation guide with code-level fixes. The standard for government, healthcare, and university compliance programs.
- Everything in Tiers 1 and 2
- Full site manual review
- NVDA screen reader testing pass
- VPAT / Accessibility Conformance Report
- Post-remediation verification
- Letter of Conformance available
Why Choose ACBVI
- Lived-experience testing. Our audits are conducted by and with blind and low-vision Alaskans who use assistive technology as their primary interface. That is not a marketing claim — it is the daily reality of our staff and community.
- Local Alaska anchor. We understand the Alaska context: tribal health organizations, borough government, University of Alaska campuses, and the state’s nonprofit landscape. No national firm can offer that combination of credibility and proximity.
- Mission-aligned. Every engagement directly funds employment and training for blind Alaskans. Your contract has an impact beyond compliance.
- No overlays. No shortcuts. We do not recommend overlay tools. We audit against the WCAG standard the DOJ enforces and recommend real code-level fixes.
- Ongoing partnership model. The audit is the entry point, not the product. We offer remediation guidance, verification testing, monitoring retainers, and staff training as your compliance program matures.
- Formally trained. Nate Kile holds Deque University certifications in Accessibility Fundamentals, Accessible UX Design, Semantic Structure and Navigation (WCAG 2.2), Visual Design and Colors, and Images and Canvas — from the organization that builds the industry’s most widely used accessibility testing tool.
Who We Serve
- State and local government — boroughs, municipalities, courts, transit authorities
- Schools and universities — K–12 districts, University of Alaska campuses
- Healthcare and tribal health — ANTHC, Southcentral Foundation, regional health corporations
- Nonprofits and foundations — community organizations, funders, social services
- Libraries and cultural institutions
- Private business — credit unions, banks, tourism, hospitality, professional services
Our Process
- Intake. Complete a short questionnaire and share your site URL and goals. We send a proposal within three business days.
- Audit. We run automated analysis and manual review against the agreed scope. Tier 3 includes a live NVDA screen reader pass.
- Report. You receive a full written audit report, a prioritized remediation roadmap, and a walkthrough call within five business days of completion.
- Remediation. Your team implements fixes using our code-level guidance — or ACBVI remediates directly under a separate agreement.
- Verification. We re-test remediated pages and, where all Critical and Serious issues are resolved, issue a Letter of Conformance.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact us to discuss your site, your timeline, and which service tier fits your organization. We respond within two business days.