Well, i found a similar good place. It is called the Borr System. It is Li-Controlled, High Tech/Refinery Economy and the RES Zone (High Intensity present, as well as a normal one + others at other planets in this large system) is only 3 Ls from the major station.
And it is allready Federation Controlled. You guys might want to head over here and try your luck. This system has many advantages, not only from the Tech Level, but also from the 15% Discount on everything and there is plenty of other good systems around as well. Also, u dont need a KWS to get bounties here.