Christina Sims

Christina Sims serves as a Contract Specialist within the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Office of Science and Technology, where she manages the acquisition of advanced analytical laboratory instrumentation and forensic technology systems critical to national security and criminal investigations. Her role encompasses the full lifecycle of procurement—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal regulations and alignment with the FBI’s mission to modernize forensic science capabilities. She specializes in high-precision, mission-critical acquisitions that support evidence analysis, digital forensics, and secure data integrity systems, frequently interfacing with technical stakeholders to translate complex scientific requirements into enforceable contractual terms. Sims maintains a focused procurement relationship with VISTA OUTDOOR SALES LLC and SOUTHERN POLICE EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC., both of which supply specialized forensic and investigative equipment aligned with FBI operational standards. These partnerships are characterized by long-term, performance-based contracting models that emphasize technical reliability, chain-of-custody compliance, and ruggedized design for field and laboratory use. Her contracting approach prioritizes vendor accountability, delivery timelines, and adherence to stringent quality control protocols, fostering consistent, repeat engagements with a small pool of vetted suppliers. Sims does not utilize socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic alignment with the FBI’s need for rapid access to technically advanced, commercially available solutions without procedural delays, ensuring mission readiness remains uncompromised. While small business participation is not a formal priority in her portfolio, all solicitations adhere to federal transparency and fairness standards. Her primary procurement focus is on NAICS 334516—Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing—encompassing mass spectrometers, DNA sequencers, digital evidence extraction tools, and forensic imaging systems. She possesses deep expertise in procuring high-end scientific instrumentation requiring calibration, certification, and integration with existing FBI forensic databases, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of laboratory-grade technology and its operational deployment in law enforcement environments.