WA Industry Link: Information for agencies

Information and resources to help WA Government agencies to complete Western Australian Industry Participation Strategy (WAIPS) requirements through the online portal.
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All WAIPS reporting requirements should be completed via the WAIPS Portal. 

Agency WAIPS responsibilities

WA Government procurement officers and contract managers are required to:

  • Ensure prospective suppliers submit a participation plan during the procurement process for all contracts above designated thresholds (unless an exemption has been granted).
  • Include and assess the participation plan when evaluating the prospective supplier's offer to supply, in accordance with the WAIPS.
  • Incorporate relevant participation plan commitments in the supply contract, in accordance with the WAIPS.
  • Include report requirements in the supply contract, in accordance with the WAIPS.
  • Provide information to the Minister for State Development, Jobs and Trade, on request, to help with reporting to Parliament.
  • Implement all other aspects of WAIPS.
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WAIPS Portal user guide for agencies

A multi-step user guide to help agencies complete WAIPS requirements through the WAIPS Portal.
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Useful documents for agencies

Useful documents, resources and templates to help you understand the WAIPS and how it applies to your agency.

WAIPS exemptions

Learn about eligibility, how to apply and a list of existing granted exemptions.
Support for businesses and agencies

Support for agencies

Find out how the Industry Link Advisory Service and regional Local Content Advisers can help you with any WAIPS related queries.

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