Linda A Mathews

Linda A. Mathews serves as a key procurement professional responsible for managing technology and infrastructure acquisitions within her agency, ensuring alignment with federal contracting standards and mission-critical operational needs. She oversees the full lifecycle of solicitations, from requirements definition through contract award and administration, with a focus on digital services and communications systems. Her work supports the agency’s digital transformation initiatives by securing reliable computing infrastructure, custom software solutions, and related technical services that enable efficient data processing and secure information exchange. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with approximately 78.6% of awards issued without set-asides, indicating a focus on market-wide competition for complex technical requirements. The remaining 21.4% are awarded under Total Small Business Set-Asides, demonstrating a deliberate effort to engage qualified small businesses in the federal marketplace, particularly those capable of delivering specialized IT and communications services. While no specific contractor names are identified, her portfolio consistently draws from vendors with proven expertise in cloud-enabled platforms, enterprise software development, and hardware distribution. Mathews’ procurement activity is heavily concentrated in NAICS 518210 (Computing Infrastructure Providers) and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), underscoring her specialization in IT modernization, data center operations, and bespoke software solutions. She also regularly procures electrical and communications equipment through NAICS 423610 and 334290, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to supporting both digital and physical infrastructure. Her expertise lies in integrating commercial-off-the-shelf technologies with tailored development to meet evolving operational demands, making her a critical link between technical requirements and market capabilities in the federal IT ecosystem.