Matthew Evans

Matthew Evans supports the Internal Revenue Service’s It Strategy and Modernization unit in advancing mission-critical IT modernization initiatives, focusing on enterprise software development, secure data platform architecture, and digital service delivery. As a key procurement lead, he manages the acquisition lifecycle for complex, high-impact technology solutions that enable scalable, interoperable tax administration systems. His work directly supports the agency’s strategic goals of cybersecurity resilience, legacy system modernization, and cloud-enabled data infrastructure, ensuring acquisitions align with federal IT modernization frameworks and NIST security standards. Evans collaborates with a broad spectrum of federal IT contractors specializing in enterprise software, cloud-native application development, and cybersecurity integration. While specific vendor names are not disclosed in available records, his procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with prime contractors possessing demonstrated expertise in federal modernization programs, including those with FedRAMP authorization, DevSecOps capabilities, and experience in IRS-specific compliance environments. His working relationships emphasize performance-based outcomes, agile delivery methodologies, and continuous monitoring for system integrity. Evans’ contracting activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions classified as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a focus on technical merit, vendor capability, and mission alignment over socioeconomic set-asides, though small business participation may still occur organically through subcontracting or teaming arrangements. His approach prioritizes capability and compliance over socioeconomic categorization, aligning with the agency’s need for proven, scalable enterprise solutions. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 511210—Software Publishers—encompassing custom software development, enterprise content management, data analytics platforms, and secure application hosting services. He consistently acquires solutions in cloud infrastructure, API-driven integrations, and mission-critical backend systems that support IRS’s evolving digital tax ecosystem, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with modern software delivery lifecycles and federal IT procurement compliance.