Overview
- ICE justified a sole-source award to Roshel by citing immediate availability and a 30-day delivery commitment for vehicles that meet its specifications.
- U.S. procurement records show a justification posted on Nov. 26 and a contract award recorded on Nov. 28 for roughly US$7.2–$7.33 million.
- The agency said U.S. firms it consulted could not meet the full technical requirements or the required timeline for 20 vehicles.
- Roshel’s Senator Emergency Response Vehicles are described as offering STANAG 4569 Level 2 and CEN B7 protection, with blast resistance and .50-calibre stopping capability.
- Reaction has split as Ontario Premier Doug Ford hailed the order while critics pointed to tensions with the administration’s America First trade posture and ICE’s contentious enforcement record.