An Garda Síochána

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 April 2023

Tuesday, 18 April 2023

Questions (1036)

Jim O'Callaghan

Question:

1036. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Justice if a new contract for the provision of extra Garda armed support unit vehicles will be put out to tender before the end of Quarter 2, 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18214/23]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda Síochána, including the purchase, allocation, and effective and efficient use of Garda vehicles. As Minister, I have no role in such matters.

I am however advised by the Garda authorities that Garda vehicles, including Garda Armed Support Vehicles, are purchased under contracts tendered by the Office of Government Procurement.  The current contract for the purchase of Garda Armed Support Vehicles is in place until 19 November 2023. I am also advised that a new tender process will be undertaken at that time.