The Western Australian Government has announced the Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) Small Business CCTV Rebate, offering eligible retail and customer facing businesses 50% back on new or upgraded internal CCTV installations, up to $2,000.
Applications for the CCTV Rebate open at 10:00am on Monday 19 October 2026. With a limited funding pool (75% allocated to metropolitan WA and 25% to regional WA), demand will be high when applications open.
Here is what you need to know to get your small business ready before funding runs out.
Are You Eligible?
Before applying, make sure your business meets the SBDC’s core criteria. To qualify for the rebate, your business must:
- Be a customer facing business: Operate a physical storefront or commercial venue selling goods or services directly to everyday consumers (e.g. retail shops, cafes, personal services).
- Be WA-based: Operate in Western Australia with an active ABN and registered for GST.
- Have fewer than 20 staff: Maintain a headcount of under 20 employees (including full-time, part-time and casual staff).
- Be in good standing: Not be insolvent, in administration or a subsidiary of a company with 20 or more staff.
Your business must maintain this eligibility for the duration of the grant funded project.
What Your CCTV System Needs to Qualify
To ensure rebate funding you must submit a quote from a licensed security installer. The SBDC will not accept cheap, off-the-shelf consumer camera kits. Your proposed CCTV setup must meet strict technical specifications:
- Hard-wired installation: Cameras must be physically cabled (no battery-powered or purely wireless units), with at least one camera directly covering your customer entrance and point of sale.
- High-definition clarity: All cameras must have a minimum resolution of 5 megapixels (5MP) to ensure clear facial and detail identification.
- Night vision capability: Infrared or low-light capability is required for clear recording after hours.
- Ample storage: A dedicated recording unit with a minimum 3-terabyte (3TB) hard drive to maintain continuous footage history.
- Evidence readiness: Footage must feature automated time and date stamps and be easily exportable in a standard video format via USB.
- Licensed installation: The system must be quoted by a licensed security agent and installed by a licensed security installer.
At Tecsec, we design commercial CCTV solutions tailored to your premises and prepare an itemised quote that addresses the published technical requirements for SBDC assessment. Rebate approval remains subject to SBDC assessment and available funding.
5 Steps to Apply for the CCTV Rebate
- Get a Compliant Quote from Tecsec: Reach out to our team to get an itemised quote that meets all SBDC technical specifications.
- Submit Your Pre-Approval Application: Register on SmartyGrants and upload your Tecsec quote along with your business premises details (including property owner consent if you lease).
- Wait for Pre-Approval Confirmation: Do not proceed with installation yet! Wait to receive formal email confirmation from the SBDC approving your application.
- Schedule Your Installation & Register with WA Police: Once approved, Tecsec will install your hard-wired CCTV system. After installation, register your system on the WA Police Cam-Map portal.
- Claim Your Rebate: Submit your paid tax invoice, proof of payment and Cam-Map confirmation email within 14 days of installation to receive your rebate reimbursement.
Don’t Miss Out, Get Your Compliant CCTV Quote
Rebate funds are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Getting your compliant quote ready before applications open is the best way to ensure your business doesn’t miss out on up to $2,000 in government support.
At Tecsec, we take the hassle out of the process by designing complete, government-ready commercial CCTV packages tailored to your premises.
Tecsec A Leader in Small Business CCTV Design and Installation
With more than 30 years of experience supporting Western Australian businesses, Tecsec brings specialist commercial security expertise to small business CCTV design and installation.
From independent retailers and cafés to hospitality venues, showrooms and customer-facing businesses, we understand that effective security starts with understanding how your business operates. Our approach combines tailored system design, professional installation and ongoing local support.
Expert Design That Makes Every Camera Count
Camera resolution is only one part of an effective CCTV system. Placement, viewing angles, lighting and recording settings all influence whether your footage captures the details you need when an incident occurs.
Tecsec starts with an assessment of your premises and security priorities. Our design considers:
- Customer entrances and service counters: Positioning cameras to capture useful detail where customers enter and transactions take place.
- High-risk areas: Assessing coverage around merchandise, stock storage and back-of-house areas.
- Lighting and visibility: Considering bright entrances, changing light levels and after-hours conditions when selecting cameras and their locations.
- Recording and storage: Selecting a recorder and storage capacity suited to your camera count and operational requirements.
- Future expansion: Planning a system that can accommodate additional cameras as your business grows.
This attention to detail helps turn CCTV footage into a practical tool for investigating theft, reviewing incidents and resolving disputes.
Professional Installation and Practical Training
Tecsec manages the process from initial assessment and design through to installation and handover. Our detailed proposals identify the recommended equipment, installation locations, parts and labour, giving you a clear understanding of the investment.
Our licensed technicians install your system and provide practical training so you and your staff can confidently operate it. Understanding how to find and review footage is an essential part of getting value from your CCTV investment.
Local Support Beyond Installation
Based in West Perth, Tecsec provides ongoing service, access to preventative maintenance and 24/7 service and support. You have a local team to contact as your business needs change.
We can also advise on integrating CCTV with alarms and access control, helping you develop a coordinated security solution.
For small business owners, that means expert advice, a system designed around your premises and support that continues after installation.
Have questions about how it works or what gear you need? Contact the Tecsec team today, we’re here to help you get ready before funding runs out!
