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We're seeking registrations of interest from suitably qualified and experienced organisations, for the supply and delivery of 24kV to 362kV Disconnectors and Earth Switches. 

Disconnectors and Earth Switches are essential components in high voltage and medium voltage networks, providing safe isolation and earthing during maintenance and switching operations. 

Western Power requires the supply and delivery of these assets for deployment across the Southwest Interconnected System (SWIS). The Scope of Work includes:  

  • a. Design  
  • b. Manufacture  
  • c. Testing  
  • d. Packaging  
  • e. Provision of documentation  
  • f. Insurance  
  • g. Delivery to Destination 

All items shall be designed, manufactured and tested in accordance with IEC 62271. 

Vendors to offer disconnectors and earth switches with a rated voltages and fault current based on table below: 

Voltage (kV)  22 33 66 132 220 330
Fault Current (kA)  16 16 25 50 25 50

Vendors shall provide: 

  • Rocker-type disconnectors rated for 22 kV to 33 kV, suitable for horizontal and vertical mounting configurations; and  
  • Double-break type disconnectors rated for 33 kV to 330 kV. 

Disconnectors shall be capable of both manual and motorised operation. 

Western Power will supply the station post insulators and supporting structures for all disconnectors and associated earthing switches. 

Registration Requirements

Step

Action

Details

1

Complete the ROI Questionnaire

Download the Registration of Interest Questionnaire (P01906 - 24kV to 362kV Disconnectors), complete all questions, and upload the completed form when submitting the online ROI form below.

If you need to attach supporting documents, please email them to:
susan.mchugh@westernpower.com.au 

2

Register Online

Submit your ROI

3

Include the Event Number

Ensure your registration clearly references the event number P01906 - 24kV to 362kV Disconnectors and Earth Switches 

4

Submission Deadline

Submit all registrations by 3:00 PM (AWST), 21 May 2026

 

Registrations of interest

Contact information

Company information

Registration of interest

Organisation safety record (including any subcontractors working for you)

Has your organisation, including parent and subsidiary entities, been fatality free for the last five years?

Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate (TRIFR) TRIFR further information

Supporting documents

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Next steps

Western Power will review and evaluate the registration received against the scope requirements after the closing date. 

Please note that registering for the opportunity does not guarantee that you will be invited to participate in a market event or become a supplier of Western Power.