Electronic Information Technology Accessibility (EITA) Vendor Questionnaire

Electronic Information Technology Accessibility (EITA) Vendor Questionnaire
FIT is committed to ensuring that all digital resources, including software, applications, and online platforms, comply with updated federal Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility (EITA) requirements. As part of this effort, we require vendors to complete this questionnaire to assess the accessibility of their products and services. The information provided will help us determine compliance with accessibility standards and identify any potential barriers for individuals with disabilities.

Your responses will be reviewed as part of our procurement and accessibility evaluation process. Please answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. If you have supporting documentation, such as a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) or other accessibility conformance reports, please include them.

Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring an inclusive digital environment at FIT.
FIT Contact (Person responsible for contract/questions)
example@example.com
Vendor Information and Accessibility Representative
Vendor
Name of Software/Application provided to FIT
Where is the software or application hosted?

Hosted by our institution (Fashion Institute of Technology)Hosted by your organization or a third-party cloud providerHybrid (some components on-premises, some cloud-hosted)Not sure
Please provide the name and contact details of your organization's accessibility specialist (who we should contact regarding accessibility matters).
Name

First NameLast Name
Title
Email
MichaelScott@dundermifflin.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Statements and Reports
Link to Accessibility Statement (Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR))
Upload Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT)

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Has the VPAT been created or updated for the software/application in the past 12 months?

YesNo
- If your answer is “I do not know,” select “No.”
- If the VPAT is for an older version of the software/application or has not been updated, its information does not accurately reflect the accessibility of the software/application, select “No.”
Your Stated Accessibility Standard
Solutions "substantially conform" if they entirely meet WCAG 2.1 AA or if almost all user and administrator features conform. Documentation about limitations and/or workarounds should be provided where WCAG conformance is not presently achieved. If the solution substantially conforms to a newer standard such as WCAG 2.2 AA, answer "YES
What is the software/application current stated accessibility standard?

Below WCAG 2.1 AAWCAG 2.1 AAABOVE WCAG 2.1
Does your stated software/application only “substantially conform” to WCAG 2.1 AA?

YesNo
What is your stated accessibility standard?
What is the date you will deliver a compliant version to FIT?

MonthDayYear
Date
Conformance Standards
Have you adopted a technical or legal standard of conformance for the solution?

YesNo
*Various federal and state governments in the United States and around the world have mandated accessibility technical requirements that should be considered and may be required when selling solutions to institutions in these jurisdictions.
Do you have a documented and implemented process for verifying accessibility conformance?

YesNo
Please describe the process and associated documentation
File Upload of the process and associated documentation

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Do you have documentation to support the accessibility features of your solution?

YesNo
Please describe the documentation
File Upload of documentation to support the accessibility features of your solution

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If specific configurations, settings, themes, author guides, or instructions are needed to ensure accessibility, are instructions on how to do so provided for administrators and end users?

YesNo
Please describe how they are provided
File Upload of how they are provided

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Do you have documented processes and procedures for implementing accessibility into your development lifecycle?

YesNo
Please provide any documentation for these processes and procedures
File Upload for any documentation for these processes and procedures

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Alternative Distinctions
Can all functions of the application or service be performed using only the keyboard?

YesNo
Does your product rely on activating a special “accessibility mode,” a “lite version,” or using an “alternate interface (including “overlay” or AI-based alternates)” for accessibility purposes?

YesNo
Third party overlays or add-ons are not sufficient for products to conform with accessibility standards.
If there is an accessibility mode, does it address a specific accessibility need?

YesNo
Please describe the specific accessibility needs it addresses
If you have an “accessibility mode,” a “lite version,” or using an “alternate interface, are plans in place to remove this accessible version?

YesNo
When do you expect to remove it?
Are these alternative distinctions delineated on your roadmap and timeline?

YesNo
Please provide roadmap documentation related to these alternative distinctions
File Upload of roadmap documentation related to these alternative distinctions

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Third-Party Audit
Has a third-party expert conducted an audit of the most recent version of your solution?

YesNo
Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Audit Company
Auditor's Name

First NameLast Name
Auditor's Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
File Upload of third-party audit

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Your Accessibility Roadmap
Can you provide a current, detailed accessibility roadmap with delivery timelines?

YesNo
A detailed accessibility roadmap should reference improvements and progress on known accessibility issues as appropriate but does not necessarily need to list unreleased product features.
Please provide a link to the detailed accessibility roadmap documentation
File Upload of the detailed accessibility roadmap documentation

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Training and Certifications
Do you have staff trained to create and maintain accessible software/applications?

YesNo
How do you ensure that your staff keeps current with digital accessibility laws and best practices? Is your staff able to evaluate and test this product with assistive technologies such as a screen reader or alternative input devices? Examples of staff certification may include IAAP certifications https://www.accessibilityassociation.org/certification-overview or §508 Trusted Tester .
Please provide any training programs or certifications that apply below or attached
File Upload of any training programs or certifications that apply below or attached

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Additional Comments/Clarification
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Electronic Information Technology Accessibility (EITA) Vendor Questionnaire

Vendor Information and Accessibility Representative

Statements and Reports

Your Stated Accessibility Standard

Conformance Standards

Alternative Distinctions

Third-Party Audit

Your Accessibility Roadmap

Training and Certifications