Government, Council and Commercial tendering capability statement

Adams and Co Constructions | Company overview

This capability statement outlines Adams and Co Constructions’ qualifications, expertise, and readiness to deliver civil construction, building, and plumbing services to local councils, state government departments, government contractors, and commercial companies.

Introduction and company overview

Adams and Co Constructions is a long-established family business, founded in 1989, delivering civil construction, building, and plumbing services across Victor Harbor and the Fleurieu Peninsula. The business brings more than thirty-five years of industry experience and operates across public, commercial and residential project environments.

The company has grown from a plumbing foundation into an integrated civil and construction contractor, with the capability to manage projects involving multiple scopes, services and site interfaces. This integrated approach supports clearer coordination, practical delivery and reduced handover risk on active sites.

Business structure and related entities

Adams and Co Constructions Pty Ltd operates as the principal contracting entity, supported by dedicated trade divisions that work together under shared management, systems and delivery processes.

The business structure includes:

  • Adams and Co Constructions Pty Ltd, civil construction and building contractor
  • C R Adams Plumbing, residential, commercial and construction plumbing services
  • Adams Electrics, domestic and commercial electrical services supporting construction and site works

All divisions operate under common safety, quality and environmental systems and are managed as part of a coordinated project delivery model. This structure allows trades, plant and resources to be aligned effectively across civil, building, plumbing and electrical scopes.

Core capabilities

Adams and Co Constructions delivers coordinated project capability across the following areas:

Civil construction capability

  • Public infrastructure and community civil works
  • Stormwater, drainage and underground services
  • Subdivision infrastructure and site development
  • Site works, access and civil repairs

Building and construction capability

  • Residential building and renovations
  • Commercial and community building projects
  • Amenities, buildings and refurbishments
  • Construction works coordinated with services and site activity

Plumbing and wastewater capability

  • Residential and commercial plumbing installations and maintenance
  • Hot and cold water systems for domestic and commercial settings
  • Sewer, wastewater and septic system design, installation, council lodgement and connection
  • Fire services, backflow prevention, trench excavation and trade waste infrastructure
  • Plumbing works integrated with civil and building projects

Electrical capabilities

  • Licensed and certified electrical services for residential, commercial and industrial projects
  • Electrical works delivered as part of construction and civil projects
  • Solar and battery installations for new builds and upgrades
  • Electrical services for renovations and ongoing maintenance
  • Communications, data and underground electrical services

Services delivered for the government and councils

Adams and Co Constructions undertakes works for local government and public sector clients, delivering projects within procurement frameworks and documented compliance systems.

Services for government and councils include:

  • Civil infrastructure and drainage upgrades
  • Public amenities and community facilities
  • Building refurbishments and upgrades
  • Sewer, wastewater and approved service connections
  • Subdivision and site infrastructure works
  • Fire services and hydrant infrastructure coordination
  • Stormwater plumbing and drainage connections
  • Grease traps and trade waste systems
  • Electrical services supporting public buildings, community facilities and infrastructure projects
  • Solar and electrical upgrades delivered as part of construction and refurbishment programs

The business is experienced in working with councils, consultants and authorities to meet approval, documentation and site management requirements.

Services delivered for commercial and industrial clients

Commercial and industrial clients engage Adams and Co Constructions for works that support development, upgrades and ongoing operations.

Commercial services include:

  • Commercial building refurbishments and upgrades
  • Civil site works and access infrastructure
  • Plumbing packages delivered as part of construction projects
  • Coordination of services across active commercial sites
  • Electrical services for commercial and industrial sites, including power, data, solar and underground services

Projects are planned to manage access, safety and sequencing, particularly where sites remain operational during works.

Key differentiators

Adams and Co Constructions is selected for projects based on capability, coordination and local experience.

Key differentiators include:

  • Integrated delivery across civil, building and plumbing scopes
  • Long-standing local presence and understanding of site conditions
  • In-house trades, plant and equipment supporting coordinated delivery
  • Experience operating within council and government procurement environments
  • Practical, organised approach to site management and sequencing

 

Project experience

Adams and Co Constructions has delivered a wide range of civil construction, building and plumbing projects across South Australia and remote regions, with a strong focus on the Fleurieu Peninsula and regional communities. The following examples demonstrate experience across government, council, community and commercial environments.

Government, defence and public sector projects

  • Australian Army, Yalata SA
  • Defence Housing Australia, multiple locations
  • Department for Families and Communities, APY Lands and regional SA

Health, education and community facilities

  • Tullawon Health Service, Yalata SA
  • Hydraulic and fire services work, multiple education facilities
  • Goolwa Surf Life Saving Club, SA

Council and local government works

  • Alexandrina Council, Goolwa and Hindmarsh Island
  • District Council of Yankalilla, SA
  • Stormwater upgrades, Fremantle Port precinct

Civil works and infrastructure

  • Sewer and water main extensions, Cocos Island Shire
  • Cyclone damage repair and maintenance, East Arnhem Land
  • Subdivisions, Fleurieu Peninsula

Residential and regional building projects

  • Custom-designed and built homes, Chiton, Middleton, Waitpinga
  • Private residential projects, South Coast and Kangaroo Island

Plumbing and integrated services experience

Plumbing and services infrastructure across shopping centres, schools, education, civic, council, aged care, health care, sporting, community, residential and multistorey development

Licences, registrations and memberships

The business holds relevant licences and registrations to deliver civil, building and plumbing works, including:

  • Adams and Co Constructions Pty Ltd: Building Work Contractor – BLD 217062
  • Craig Richard Adams, Trading Name: C & K ADAMS PLUMBING: Contractors Licence - PGE 1531
  • Craig Richard Adams, Contractors Licence – Building Work – BLD 106358
  • Adam Electrics: Electrical contractor licence, PGE 266628
  • Adam Electrics: Solar accreditation, A9242581
  • Industry memberships: Master Builders Association
  • Master Plumbers Association membership

Full licence details can be provided on request as part of procurement or tender documentation.

Insurances

Adams and Co Constructions maintains insurance coverage appropriate for civil construction, building and plumbing projects.

Insurance cover includes:

  • Public liability insurance - CGU $20mil
  • Contract works insurance - CGU
  • Plant and equipment insurance - CGU
  • Workers compensation insurance - RTWSA
  • Motor vehicle and fleet insurance - NRMA

Certificates of currency are available on request.

Management systems

Adams and Co Constructions operates documented management systems that support safe, compliant and organised project delivery across civil construction, building and plumbing works. These systems are applied consistently across public, commercial and residential project environments and align with government and commercial procurement expectations.

Management systems include

  • Staff Training Policy
  • Diversity and Inclusion Policy
  • Customer Service Policy
  • Heavy Vehicle Safety Management System Policy

These systems support workforce capability, site operations, vehicle safety and service delivery across all projects.

Safety and work health and safety

Safety is a core requirement across all projects delivered by Adams and Co Constructions. The business maintains documented safety policies and procedures to manage risk and support safe work practices on site.

Safety and WHS systems include:

  • Work Health and Safety Policy
  • Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Control Policy
  • Workplace Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying Policy
  • Staff Training Policy

These systems support compliance with WHS obligations and safe delivery across government, commercial and residential projects.

Environmental responsibility

Adams and Co Constructions manages environmental impacts as part of its project planning and delivery approach, particularly for civil works and projects delivered in public or sensitive environments.

Environmental policies and systems include

  • Waste Minimisation Policy

Government and procurement experience

The business has experience working within government and council procurement environments.

This includes:

  • Responding to tender and request for quotation processes
  • Providing required compliance, insurance and capability documentation
  • Working with councils, consultants and project managers
  • Delivering works in accordance with approvals and specifications

This experience supports efficient engagement and clear communication during procurement and delivery.

Fleet, plant and equipment

Adams and Co Constructions operates its own fleet and plant to support civil, building and plumbing works.

Plant and equipment includes:

  • Tipper trucks for earthworks/plumbing/transport
  • Crane truck for transport/earthworks
  • Earthmoving for earthworks
  • Station wagon for deliveries/transport
  • Earthmoving for earthworks
  • Earthmoving for earthworks
  • Excavator, 1.7Tonne for earthworks
  • Excavator, 6Tonne for earthworks
  • Tipper truck, 12.5Tonne for earthworks/plumbing/transport
  • Earthmoving, 4Tonne for earthworks
  • Flatbed truck for transport/tools/deliveries

This capability supports controlled site delivery and reduces reliance on external plant hire.

Leadership and team

Adams and Co Constructions is led by an experienced family management team with direct involvement in project delivery, site operations and commercial management.  

Craig

Director and senior project manager with hands-on involvement in building and plumbing works. Responsible for overall project delivery, construction oversight and coordination across building and plumbing scopes.

Dayle

Project manager and estimator with responsibility for contracts, plumbing and civil works. Oversees plumbing operations and civil plumbing delivery and manages project planning and coordination.

Brae

Civil manager and site supervisor with operational responsibility for civil works. Involved in site supervision, plant operation and civil plumbing, supporting safe and organised delivery on active sites.

Khai

Responsible for electrical services, delivering domestic and commercial electrical works including power mains and small subdivision electrical requirements. Supports integrated service delivery across construction projects.

 

Debbie

Office manager responsible for tenders, contracts and administration. Manages documentation, accounting and administrative processes supporting procurement, compliance and project delivery.

Community commitment

The business maintains strong ties to the local community and region.

This includes:

  • Employing local staff and contractors
  • Engaging local suppliers where possible
  • Working with Indigenous communities and organisations
  • Supporting regional development and infrastructure

Request documentation

Government agencies, councils and commercial organisations can request capability documentation, policies, licences and insurance details.

Documentation available on request includes:

  • Capability statements
  • Safety and environmental policies
  • Insurance certificates
  • Licence and registration details