100% Aboriginal-owned subcontractor delivering security upgrades, site hardening, and maintenance for Defence Estate and defence-industry facilities across NSW. SCEC-approved access, tier-1 subcontract delivery, IPP-compliant.
Koori Constructions works as a specialist subcontractor to tier-1 head contractors (Barpa, Thales, Built, Multiplex, ADCO) on Defence Estate and defence-industry projects across NSW. We deliver carpentry, security hardening (SCEC-approved access panel installation, perimeter fencing upgrades, structural reinforcement), maintenance, and minor works scopes that meet Defence security, environmental, and Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP) requirements.
Our role: We respond to tier-1 EOIs, provide fixed-price or schedule-of-rates quotes for defined scopes (typically $20k–$150k ex GST), execute to Defence Estate standards (AS 4100 structural steel, AS 1428.1 accessibility, fire rating compliance), and deliver with minimal disruption to operational facilities. All work is performed under the head contractor's Defence security clearances; our team holds current National Police Checks and Working with Children Checks, and our Director holds SCEC baseline clearance for approved access to restricted areas when required by scope.
Koori Constructions is 100% Aboriginal-owned by Director Brad Robinson (Dunghutti and Wiradjuri), meeting the Commonwealth IPP 51%+ Indigenous ownership threshold effective 1 July 2026. We are certified by Supply Nation (Indigenous Business Direct) and registered on the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce supplier panel. Head contractors engaging Koori Constructions on Defence projects valued >$200k can claim IPP credit for our subcontract value, supporting their mandatory 3% Indigenous procurement targets under the Defence IPP.
IPP reporting support: We provide head contractors with quarterly Indigenous spend statements, Supply Nation certification copies, and Reconciliation Action Plan alignment evidence (our RAP is in development, target release Dec 2026).
Representative projects delivered 2024–2025 via tier-1 head contractors:
SCEC-approved access panel installation, perimeter fencing upgrades, and structural reinforcement for Thales defence-industry facility at Myambat. Delivered as subcontractor to Barpa Construction Group, meeting Thales security, environmental, and defect-free handover requirements. All works performed under Barpa's Defence security clearance with SCEC baseline approval for restricted area access.
Carpentry upgrades, façade repairs, and minor structural works for Thales defence-industry facility at Jennings. Subcontract to Barpa Construction Group, delivered to Thales quality standards with zero defects at practical completion. Works coordinated around operational facility constraints (night/weekend access only).
Combined Barpa/Thales portfolio: $146k ex GST delivered across two sites, establishing Koori Constructions as a proven defence-industry subcontractor for carpentry, hardening, and minor works scopes in the $50k–$150k range.
If you're delivering Defence Estate or defence-industry projects in NSW and need a 100% Aboriginal-owned subcontractor for carpentry, hardening, or maintenance scopes, get in touch. We can mobilise within 2 weeks for EOI response, provide fixed-price quotes within 5 business days of site access, and deliver to Defence quality standards.
NSW Builder Licence 477499C (Unrestricted) · Supply Nation Certified · 100% Aboriginal-owned
No — our current capacity and financial prequalification limit us to subcontract delivery via tier-1 head contractors (Barpa, Thales, Built, Multiplex, ADCO, John Holland). We respond to tier-1 EOIs for specific trade packages (carpentry, hardening, minor works) typically in the $20k–$150k ex GST range. For projects >$500k we partner with tier-1s rather than lead.
SCEC (Security Construction and Equipment Committee) clearance is required for tradespeople installing or maintaining security-sensitive infrastructure (access control panels, CCTV housings, intruder detection systems) in Defence facilities. Our Director (Brad Robinson) holds SCEC baseline clearance, allowing approved access to restricted areas when required by scope. Site-level access is always coordinated via the head contractor's Defence security liaison officer.
If your Defence project is valued >$200k (ex GST), you are required under the Commonwealth Indigenous Procurement Policy to achieve a minimum 3% Indigenous spend. When you subcontract to Koori Constructions (100% Aboriginal-owned, Supply Nation certified), our subcontract value counts toward your 3% target. We provide quarterly Indigenous spend statements and certification documentation to support your IPP reporting to Defence.
EOI response: 5–7 business days from invitation. Fixed-price quote: 3–5 business days after site access and scope confirmation. Mobilisation: 2 weeks from award (includes SWMS preparation, insurance certificate updates, Defence induction completion, tool/material procurement). For urgent scopes (e.g. emergency repairs) we can mobilise within 5 business days if materials are available.
Yes. Public liability: $20M (Defence Estate typically requires $10M minimum; we exceed). Contract works: project-specific, typically $500k–$2M depending on scope. Professional indemnity: $5M (via HIA Corporate). Workers compensation: current NSW certificate. We provide insurance certificates and Currency of Cover confirmations to head contractors before mobilisation.