Website Redesign & ADA Compliance Project

Albemarle County, Virginia is seeking a qualified web design and development firm through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process to redesign its existing website and ensure comprehensive compliance with current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards. The procurement encompasses a complete website overhaul addressing both front-end design and back-end functionality to achieve WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility standards. Key deliverables and objectives include responsive design optimization across multiple devices, content management system implementation, user experience enhancement, and ongoing accessibility testing to ensure sustained compliance. The scope of work requires bidders to demonstrate relevant experience with large-scale website redesigns, substantive ADA compliance expertise, and a proven track record completing similar government projects. Evaluation criteria focus on vendors' technical qualifications, proposed methodology, experience with accessibility standards, and overall compliance with RFP specifications. The proposal submission deadline is May 15, 2026, with a bidders' conference scheduled prior to the deadline to allow prospective respondents to clarify requirements and obtain answers to technical questions. The anticipated contract performance period spans twelve to eighteen months for initial project completion, with potential renewal options available for ongoing maintenance and support services.

The RFP may include specific set-asides for small businesses, minority-owned enterprises, or women-owned enterprises as applicable under Virginia and local procurement regulations. The procurement documents reference potential fixed-price or time-and-materials contracting arrangements, with pricing structures based on defined project phases and deliverables outlined in the detailed scope of work. Exact budget allocations and award values are specified within the RFP financial section, with funding sourced from the agency's operating budget or designated grant appropriations. No incumbent vendors or current contractor information is identified in the available procurement materials. The RFP documentation does not specify existing infrastructure or legacy technology systems requiring integration, though vendors should anticipate standard government website architecture considerations during proposal development.