The Asian American / Asian Research Institute (AAARI), of The City University of New York (CUNY), is seeking a qualified web development consultant or agency to redesign or enhance its website, aaari.info.
Depending on the assessment of the current AAARI website, the project will focus on either a full site redesign or targeted improvements to user experience, navigation, and overall site functionality. Key goals include developing a clearer information architecture, improving visual design and accessibility, reorganizing existing content, and ensuring the platform is easy for AAARI staff to maintain. The site must reflect AAARI’s expanding work in research, public programming, education, and community engagement while preserving access to its extensive archive.
Technical Scope & Requirements
- Platform: Built on WordPress, utilizing Bricks Builder and Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) for custom post types and flexible content management.
- Accessibility: Must meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards.
- Content Migration & SEO: Reorganize, structure, and migrate historical archives while preserving existing URL structures/redirects.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience building accessible, content-rich websites for nonprofit, higher education, research, or public-sector organizations.
- Ability to work collaboratively with AAARI staff, gather stakeholder feedback, and translate a range of perspectives into a coherent and user-friendly website.
- Availability for occasional in-person meetings in New York City during the project.
Submission Requirements
Interested consultants should submit the following:
- Brief statement of interest and proposed approach.
- Portfolio links to relevant work samples.
- Preliminary project timeline and itemized budget.
- Contact information for two professional references.
Submission Deadline
Questions and/or submission materials should be sent via email to info@aaari.info by Monday, August 10, 2026.
