Christopher Wallis

Christopher Wallis supports the Office of the Secretary within the Department of Commerce’s SSSPO by managing professional services acquisitions that advance data-driven governance and policy analysis. He oversees the procurement of expert consulting, systems design, and digital modernization services critical to informing national economic strategies and enhancing public engagement through evidence-based insights. His portfolio primarily includes task orders and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contracts for technical and management advisory services, ensuring alignment with the agency’s mission to modernize federal infrastructure and strengthen decision-making through rigorous market research and analytics. Wallis maintains a consistent working relationship with CACI, INC. - FEDERAL, a primary contractor for complex systems design and operational support services. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established federal contractors with proven capabilities in high-impact technical environments, though he also engages a broader base of qualified vendors through competitive sealed bidding and request for proposals. His approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and rigorous evaluation criteria to ensure service quality and mission alignment. While the vast majority of his acquisitions—93.8%—are conducted without set-asides, Wallis demonstrates targeted support for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, which account for 6.3% of his award activity. This reflects a measured commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising operational efficiency or technical rigor. His contracting practices prioritize merit-based competition while ensuring compliance with federal small business participation objectives. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541611 (Management Consulting Services), reflecting deep engagement with digital transformation, data architecture, and strategic policy analysis. He also procures services under 541519 (Other Computer-Related Services), 519210 (Libraries and Archives), and 611430 (Professional Development Training), underscoring expertise in information management, knowledge preservation, and workforce capability building across federal commerce initiatives.