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4. Practical Tools and Templates - How to test, fix, and manage accessibility

This section provides templates and tools that can support implementation and ongoing program management.

The ADA National Network has created an ADA Title II Action Guide for State and Local Governments, including, 7 Steps to Implement the ADA

Access the Action Guide

A. Public-Facing Resources

W3C Accessibility Statement Generator

Create a standardized accessibility statement for your organization.

Use the W3C Accessibility Statement Generator

B. Evaluation and Reporting

W3C Accessibility Evaluation Report Template

Provides a standard structure for documenting audit results.

View the W3C accessibility evaluation report template

WCAG-EM Report Tool

Interactive tool for generating accessibility evaluation reports.

Use the WCAG-EM report tool

C. Procurement and Vendor Evaluation

VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template)

Industry-standard format for vendor accessibility conformance reporting.

Access VPAT resources

Download VPAT 2.5Rev WCAG (April 2025)

Section508.gov – Buy Accessible ICT

Guidance for incorporating accessibility into procurement processes.

Access Section508.gov procurement guidance

Access Accessibility Requirements Tool (ART) to assist with generating procurement requirements

Develop a Procurement Plan

Developing a procurement plan establishes a structured approach to acquisition across the full contract lifecycle - helping the entity define requirements, evaluate vendors, manage performance, and ensure a more efficient and successful procurement process from initial solicitation through ongoing contract management.

Access additional guidance on procurement

Members may benefit from maintaining internal templates and working documents such as:

  • Accessibility policy
  • Accessibility statement
  • Vendor accessibility questionnaire
  • VPAT or accessibility conformance report review checklist
  • Accessibility audit intake form
  • Remediation roadmap
  • Issue tracking log
  • Exception or risk acceptance documentation
  • Certification checklist, where applicable

E. Tools