Accessibility Statement

Commitment to Accessibility

Technology Consortium, LLC is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equitable access to all users.

We believe that accessibility is not just a legal requirement but a fundamental aspect of providing quality services. Our goal is to ensure that all individuals, regardless of ability, can access, understand, and benefit from our digital content and services.

Conformance Status

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conforming to these guidelines helps ensure that our website is accessible to a wider range of people with disabilities, including those with visual, auditory, physical, speech, cognitive, language, learning, and neurological disabilities.

We have taken the following measures to ensure accessibility:

• Integrated accessibility into our procurement practices
• Appointed an accessibility coordinator
• Provided accessibility training for staff involved in content creation and web development
• Implemented clear accessibility policies and procedures
• Conducted regular accessibility audits and testing

Technical Specifications

Our website relies on the following technologies to ensure accessibility:

• HTML5 for semantic structure and content organization
• CSS3 for presentation and styling
• JavaScript for interactive functionality and enhanced user experience
• ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes for improved screen reader compatibility

These technologies are used in compliance with accessibility standards and are designed to work with:

• Modern web browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
• Screen readers such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver
• Operating system accessibility features on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following accessibility features to improve the user experience:

Semantic HTML

Our website uses semantic HTML elements throughout to provide meaningful structure and context. This includes proper use of headings (h1-h6), landmarks, lists, and other structural elements that help users navigate content efficiently and understand the relationship between different parts of the page.

Keyboard Navigation

All interactive elements on our website are fully accessible via keyboard. Users can navigate through menus, links, forms, and other interactive components using standard keyboard controls. We have implemented visible focus indicators to help users track their position on the page. Skip links are provided at the top of each page to allow users to bypass repetitive navigation and jump directly to the main content.

Screen Reader Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with popular screen readers. We use appropriate ARIA labels, roles, and live regions to provide context and updates to assistive technology users. All images include descriptive alternative text, and complex graphics are accompanied by text descriptions. Form fields have associated labels, and error messages are clearly announced.

Color Contrast

We have designed our website with sufficient color contrast ratios to ensure text is readable for users with low vision or color blindness. We maintain a minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text, in accordance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines. We do not rely solely on color to convey information or indicate actions.

Resizable Text

All text on our website is resizable without loss of content or functionality. Users can adjust text size using browser zoom functions or text sizing settings. Our responsive design ensures content remains readable and functional at 200% zoom. Text spacing adjustments made by users are also supported without breaking the layout.

Known Issues

We are actively working to identify and address accessibility barriers. Currently, we are aware of the following issues and are working to resolve them:

• Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to remediate these documents or provide accessible alternatives upon request.
• Third-party integrations may have accessibility limitations beyond our direct control. We work with vendors to encourage accessibility improvements.

If you encounter any accessibility barriers not listed here, please contact us so we can address them promptly.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you experience any barriers to accessibility or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and propose a solution within 10 business days.

Enforcement Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility complaint, you have the right to file a complaint with the appropriate regulatory authority. In the United States, you may contact:

• U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division
  950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
  Washington, D.C. 20530
• Your state's Attorney General's Office or civil rights agency

You may also contact the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for telecommunications-related accessibility concerns, or the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights for educational accessibility issues.

Third-Party Content

While we strive to ensure accessibility throughout our website, some content may be provided by third parties. We work with our partners and vendors to encourage accessible content delivery, but we cannot guarantee the accessibility of all third-party content. If you encounter accessibility issues with third-party content, please contact us and we will work to find an accessible alternative.

Continued Efforts

We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. Our team regularly reviews our website for accessibility compliance, monitors updates to accessibility standards, and implements improvements as technology and guidelines evolve. We conduct periodic accessibility audits and user testing with individuals who use assistive technologies.