Important Notice Regarding Revised Regulations for Title II of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The County of San Diego (County) is posting this advisement to inform its contracted vendors (Contractors) of an important update regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that may impact contracted work that is ongoing or planned for future /projects.  County terms and conditions requires Contractors to perform obligations in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, County, and local laws, rules, and regulations (collectively, “Laws”), including Laws enacted after the execution of the contract.

On April 24, 2024, the Federal Register published the Department of Justice’s final rule revising its regulations for Title II of the ADA pertaining to the accessibility of web information and services of State and local government entities. This new rule includes specific requirements and technical standards to ensure services, programs, and activities offered online and through mobile applications to the public are accessible to people with disabilities. As a contractor working with the County of San Diego (County), please be informed of these changes and take the necessary steps to comply in a timely manner.

To comply with these new regulations, the County requires all contractors to ensure that their public-facing products and/or solutions comply with Level A and Level AA success criteria and conformance requirements specified in WCAG 2.1 as required by 28 CFR 35.200(H). You have until April 24, 2026, to make the necessary adjustments and ensure full compliance with the new standards.

We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to providing digitally accessible services. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact your Contracting Officer Representative of your respective County contract.

Thank you for your cooperation.