LR3 Solutions, LLC

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About the firm

LR3 Solutions is an Alexandria, Virginia-based value engineering practice that helps utility system owners and government agencies mitigate project risk, optimize capital improvements, and develop cost-effective solutions. Led by licensed engineering professionals, it brings over 70 years of combined experience in electric distribution systems and more than 100 years of combined experience in water and wastewater system engineering. LR3 Solutions specializes in technical analysis, price analysis, cost estimating, cybersecurity assessments, and program management for federal and municipal utility privatization programs.

Team
Micro
Firm type
Power & Utility Engineering · Water / Wastewater Engineering

Credentials

NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) · NAICS 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services) · NAICS 541618 (Other Management Consulting Services) · NAICS 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services) · NAICS 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services) · NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) · DUNS 117567061 · CAGE Code 8MYK2 · UEI J929MHZW6DM8

People

Nancy RiversCEO

Lars Hertig

Matthew Frost

William NorthcutElectrical Pricing Analyst

Capabilities

Technical Analysis

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Evaluation of utility systems to mitigate operational risks, optimize infrastructure performance, and drive informed, data-backed decisions.

  • Utility System Risk Assessment

    Identifies system vulnerabilities and improves operational resilience across utility networks.

  • On-Site Facility Inspections

    Monitors construction and upgrade progress directly on-site to ensure full project compliance.

  • Data Collection and Inventory Compilation

    Collects, verifies, and compiles comprehensive physical and digital utility system inventories.

  • Damage Assessment

    Evaluates physical damage from storms and extreme events to support prioritized restoration scheduling.

Price Analysis and Cost Estimating

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Detailed financial planning and budget optimization designed to support long-term contracts, prevent cost overruns, and maximize resources.

  • Utility Cost Forecasting

    Provides detailed projections to support long-term budgeting and financial planning on utility contracts.

  • Financial Risk Identification

    Identifies and mitigates commercial and financial risks prior to contract execution.

  • Project Resource Optimization

    Ensures efficient resource allocation to maximize overall contract value.

  • Federal Acquisition Support

    Assists with fair and reasonable determinations under federal acquisition regulations, covering contract modifications, price revisions, and inventory change requests.

Cybersecurity Assessments

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Vulnerability scanning and strategic remediation for digital utility infrastructure to protect critical systems from cyber threats.

  • Utility Vulnerability Assessment

    Pinpoints potential security weaknesses in digital control and communication systems.

  • Cybersecurity Enhancement

    Implements advanced digital protections to safeguard physical utility assets.

  • Infrastructure System Resilience

    Strengthens information and operational systems to ensure long-term, continuous security.

  • Cybersecurity Regulatory Compliance Support

    Provides technical assistance to align networks with federal security clauses, including DFARS, NIST SP 800-171, and CMMC frameworks.

Program Management

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Comprehensive execution oversight for utility projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring seamless delivery and compliance.

Energy Audits and Energy Studies

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Deep analysis of facility energy systems to recommend efficiency improvements and monitoring frameworks.

System Maintenance and Replacement Planning

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Structural and functional evaluation of electrical equipment to plan predictive maintenance and capital replacement cycles.

Industries

Federal · Government · Electric Utilities · Utilities · Wastewater · Water Supply

Projects

Utility Privatization and Infrastructure Conveyance Support

Federal · Client: DoD & Federal Agencies

Project details

Facilitated the award and conveyance of four utility systems across three geographic locations, enhancing operational efficiency and leading to over $250 million in government savings. Supported capital improvements for wastewater treatment plants, substations, transformers, and 200 miles of utility lines.

DoD Utility System Price Analysis and Cost Estimating

Defense · Client: Department of Defense

Project details

Provided price analysis, cost estimating, and independent reviews for contract modifications, price revisions, and inventory change requests across 123 Department of Defense utility systems in 55 locations, yielding up to $50 million in annual cost savings.

Department of Defense Utility Cybersecurity Assessments

Defense · Client: Department of Defense

Project details

Delivered technical analysis and compliance audits to align 11 utility systems across five military installations with critical cybersecurity standards, including NIST SP 800-171, DFARS clauses, and CMMC frameworks.