Christi Edwards

Christi Edwards serves as a key procurement lead within the Internal Revenue Service’s IT Strategy and Modernization unit, driving the acquisition of mission-critical technology solutions that support the agency’s digital transformation. Responsible for managing complex IT modernization contracts, she oversees the procurement of enterprise software, secure data platforms, and cybersecurity-enabled systems designed to enhance tax administration efficiency. Her work directly supports the IRS’s strategic priorities in infrastructure modernization, interoperable architecture, and secure data governance, ensuring acquisitions align with federal IT standards and risk mitigation frameworks. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Edwards maintains a balanced procurement approach, engaging both large systems integrators and certified small businesses in competitive environments. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate emphasis on fostering innovation through diverse vendor partnerships, particularly those capable of delivering agile, cloud-native solutions and enterprise-grade consulting services. She frequently collaborates with vendors possessing deep expertise in federal IT modernization, data architecture, and compliance-driven system design. Edwards exhibits a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with equal weighting given to 8(a) competed set-asides and open, unrestricted competitions. This balanced approach ensures broad market access while actively promoting participation from small disadvantaged businesses. Her procurement strategy aligns with federal goals to expand opportunities for 8(a) firms, reflecting a structured, transparent process that prioritizes both competition and equity in contract award decisions. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services) and NAICS 524292 (Pharmacy Benefit Management and Other Third Party Administration), though these reflect the nature of supporting administrative and operational modernization services rather than healthcare functions. She specializes in acquiring enterprise consulting, process optimization, and systems integration services that enable scalable, secure, and compliant technology deployment across IRS operations.