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Mission-Critical Telecommunications & Radio Network Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety Infrastructure
High Priority
About this project
LCRA has identified preparedness gaps in its mission-critical telecommunications and emergency-management radio networks, with compliance mandates tied to dam safety and emergency response driving urgency. The FY2027 capital plan allocates $42M for telecommunications modernization, including private LTE and radio network upgrades, reflecting the operational scale and public safety stakes involved.
The opportunity
The FY2027 capital plan took effect July 2026, opening an immediate procurement window aligned with approved funding for telecommunications as the plan's single largest capital line item. Incoming executive leadership creates added receptivity to modernization initiatives, making this an optimal moment to advance interoperable, resilient communications that protect communities and meet compliance requirements.
Texas DIR cooperative purchasing
Discuss this project →Flood Warning & Emergency Preparedness Infrastructure Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
LCRA's existing flood operations notification system was not designed as a general flood warning platform, leaving gaps in public alerting coverage and portal accessibility. Dam safety compliance mandates, NIMS adoption requirements, and an open RFP for comprehensive emergency response plans signal urgent preparedness gaps that elevate risk to downstream communities.
The opportunity
The FY2027 capital plan, approved in May 2026, includes a $2M public safety allocation and is active now, creating an immediate procurement window. NIMS adoption supports eligibility for emergency management grants, and new executive leadership presents a timely opening to advance long-deferred preparedness investments aligned with compliance and community safety outcomes.
Texas DIR cooperative purchasing
Discuss this project →Cybersecurity Modernization & Risk Management
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
LCRA has adopted the NIST cybersecurity framework and maintains an active risk register, reflecting a maturing but evolving security posture with growing multi-cloud and operational technology exposure. A dedicated FY2027 cybersecurity allocation, combined with broader digital services and OT budgets, signals expanding scope and compliance-driven urgency around privileged access and endpoint management.
The opportunity
The FY2027 capital plan is freshly approved and active, creating an immediate procurement window aligned with NIST compliance mandates and ongoing risk assessments. Advancing this initiative now supports operational continuity, reduces institutional risk, and leverages existing budget authority before the fiscal cycle matures.
Texas DIR cooperative purchasing
Discuss this project →Fleet Safety & Telematics Risk Mitigation
Fleet Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
LCRA carries $1M in self-insured auto liability and $750K in workers' compensation retentions without documented fleet safety technology in place. The absence of telematics or driver monitoring creates measurable financial exposure and limits operational visibility across the fleet.
The opportunity
The recently approved FY2027 public safety budget and cooperative purchasing vehicles provide a streamlined path to act within the current fiscal cycle. Proactively addressing fleet visibility now reduces self-insured risk, supports driver accountability, and strengthens stewardship of public resources.
Texas Natural Gas Vehicle Grant Program
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Services Modernization
Digital Services · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
LCRA's existing digital content platform has documented user experience and accessibility gaps, including prior flood portal navigability issues that affect public access to critical information. The FY2027 capital plan includes a $2.5M digital services allocation to address these gaps and modernize public-facing systems.
The opportunity
The $2.5M digital services budget is active in FY2027, creating an immediate procurement window aligned with the current fiscal cycle. Advancing accessibility and usability improvements now ensures equitable public access to essential services and positions the organization for long-term digital resilience.
Texas DIR cooperative purchasing
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