Japan Opportunities - May 22, 2026

Daily index of selected Japanese public procurement opportunities published on this date.

  • Notices scanned: 39
  • Relevant (shown): 19 (1 active, 0 sole-source notices, 18 expired)
  • Removed (low relevance / no match): 20
  • Tags: Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data, Digitization, Energy, Government Systems, Healthcare, Medical, Research, Software, Telecom

Active opportunities

#1 - Maintenance and Related Tasks for Workflow System

Open tender

This tender is for maintenance and related services of a workflow system at the Japan Housing Finance Agency. The contract terms, specifications, and fulfillment location are defined in the tender documentation. Participation requires submission of technical proposals and bids evaluated by comprehensive scoring.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 6, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Masayuki TOMURA, Director General of the Finance and Accounting Department, Japan Housing Finance Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems
Irrelevant / Expired Opportunities (18)

#1 - Consular Information System Windows 11 24H2 Major Update

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure concerns a major update to the Consular Information System to support Windows 11 24H2. The contract is planned for June 11, 2026, with Fujitsu Limited as the intended vendor. The procurement is justified under the Agreement on Government Procurement for compatibility reasons.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: June 11, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Fujitsu Limited
  • Procuring entity: Sugawara Kiyoyuki, Director of the Accounting Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Government Systems, Digitization

#2 - License procurement for data-driven administrative promotion tool (kintone)

Open tender

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry is procuring software licenses for a data-driven administrative promotion tool (kintone) related to GSS use and data-driven administrative acceleration services. The procurement includes one set of licenses. Detailed specifications, fulfillment period, and location are defined in the tender documentation.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 3, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kazuhiro WAKATSUKI, Director of the Budget and Accounts Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Digitization

#3 - Migration of Library System to Cloud, Equipment Update, Operation & Maintenance

Open tender

The Polytechnic University of Japan is seeking services for migrating its library system to a cloud service, updating related equipment, and providing ongoing operation and maintenance. The contract period extends until March 31, 2032, with specific execution details defined in the tender specifications.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 13, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Mitsuji Sanpei, Branch Manager, Elderly, Disability, Job Seeker Employment Support Organization, The Polytechnic University of Japan
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems

#4 - Procurement of Software for Cybersecurity Threat Trend Research

Open tender

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is procuring software and related items for cybersecurity threat trend research. The contract period is from August 20, 2026 to August 19, 2027, with the delivery location to be specified later.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 13, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Sugawara Kiyoyuki, Director of the Accounting Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems

#5 - Leasing of Biometric Matching Servers for Next-Gen Immigration ID System

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns the leasing of biometric matching servers and related equipment to support the development of the next-generation personal identification information system for immigration management. The contract is planned for June 12, 2026, and single tendering is used due to interchangeability requirements. NEC Corporation is the intended vendor.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: June 12, 2026
  • Intended vendor: NEC Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Soichiro NAITO, Deputy Director of the Immigration Services Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Government Systems

#6 - Laparoscopic Camera System, 2 Sets

Open tender

The National Hospital Organization Yonago Clinical Center is procuring two laparoscopic camera systems. Delivery is required by December 31, 2026, and the procurement follows a general competitive tender process with detailed specifications provided in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 13, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Naoto Burioka, Director of National Hospital Organization Yonago Clinical Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#7 - Software Implementation and Maintenance for Biometric Matching Servers

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns the implementation and maintenance of software for biometric matching servers as part of the development of the next-generation immigration personal identification information system. The contract is planned as a single tender to NEC Corporation due to compatibility reasons. The contract award date is scheduled for June 12, 2026.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: June 12, 2026
  • Intended vendor: NEC Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Soichiro NAITO, Deputy Director of the Immigration Services Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Government Systems

#8 - High-precision radiotherapy system (installment purchase) complete set

Open tender

Kochi University is soliciting bids for a complete high-precision radiotherapy system under an installment purchase agreement. Delivery is required by March 31, 2027, to Kochi University Medical School Hospital. Bidders must demonstrate rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities and hold medical device sales permits under the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 13, 2026, 17:15 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroyuki UKEDA, Director-General, Kochi University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#9 - FY2026 Statistical Business Register Database Development Contract

Open tender

This tender is for the comprehensive contract to develop the Statistical Business Register database for FY2026, specifically involving the identification of survey districts for newly established business establishments. Delivery deadlines and locations will be determined according to the official specifications.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 14, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Katsu NAGASHIMA toshi, Director General, Statistics Bureau Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Data, Software and Information Systems

#10 - Digitization of microfilmed ED card images

Open tender

The Immigration Services Agency is procuring services for the digitization of microfilm containing images of ED cards. The detailed specifications and fulfillment period will be defined in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 1, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Soichiro NAITO, Director of the Deputy Commissioner Immigration Services Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Digitization

#11 - Development and Maintenance of New Financial Accounting System

Request for comments

This notice requests comments on the draft specifications for the development and maintenance of a new financial accounting system by the Japan Expressway Holding and Debt Repayment Agency. The draft specifications are available by email upon request, and comments are due by June 11, 2026. No briefing session will be held.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: June 11, 2026
  • Procuring entity: Masafumi TAKAHASHI, Deputy Director of Contract Management, Japan Expressway Holding and Debt Repayment Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#12 - Support Contract for Requirements Definition of Next Administrative Counseling System

Open tender

The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications is procuring support services for the requirements definition phase of the next administrative counseling comprehensive system. The contract involves assistance in defining specifications and related tasks.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: June 9, 2026
  • Procuring entity: Higashi Masayuki, Planning Director of the Accounts Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Government Systems, Software and Information Systems

#13 - Complete Biometric Information Management System

Open tender

NTT East Corporation's Kanto Hospital is procuring a complete biometric information management system. The procurement includes the system and maintenance pricing, with delivery scheduled by February 2027.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 16, 2026, 10:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: Takashi OHE, Director of Kanto Hospital, NTT East Corporation
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare, Software and Information Systems

#14 - Procurement of Various Medical and Meteorological Equipment

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a variety of equipment including a weather observation system, folding litters, transport respirators, digital dental panoramic X-ray diagnostic devices for medical rooms, radiology department management devices, portable oxygen concentrators, ultrasonic cleaning devices with rinse tanks, small packaging high-pressure steam sterilizers, portable patient monitoring devices, and small ultrasonic diagnostic devices. Delivery deadlines and locations will be specified in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 7, 2026, 18:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Sueda Tsuyoshi Deputy Director General, Procurement Operations (Arms and Supplies) for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Research

#15 - Lease of Official-Use Smartphones for Disaster Response

Request for comments

This procurement concerns the lease of official-use smartphones intended for disaster response by the National Tax Agency. The notice requests comments on the draft specifications for the leased smartphones.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: June 22, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hisaki NAO, Director of the Accounts Division, Commissioner's Secretariat, National Tax Agency
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Telecom

#16 - Procurement of Ransomware Protection Software for Endpoints (5-Year License)

Open tender

The National Cancer Center is conducting an open competitive tender for the procurement of ransomware protection software for endpoints with a 5-year license. The contract period is from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2031, and the place of performance is the National Cancer Center.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 13, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroyuki Mano, President of National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems

#17 - Physiological Information Monitor 1 Set

Request for comments

The National Hospital Organization Nagoya Medical Center requests comments on the draft specifications for procuring one set of a physiological information monitor. The deadline for submitting comments is June 22, 2026.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: June 22, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kodera Yasuhiro, Director of the National Hospital Organization Nagoya Medical Center
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Medical

#18 - Manufacturing of acceleration power supply for ITER gyrotron

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns the manufacturing of a complete acceleration power supply for the ITER gyrotron. The contract is planned as a single tendering procedure with Tokyo Electron Limited as the intended vendor. The contract award date is scheduled for July 24, 2026.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: July 24, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Tokyo Electron Limited
  • Procuring entity: Suzuki Hiroko, Contract Section, Department of Administrative Services, Naka Institute for Fusion Science and Technology, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Energy, Research

This page is based on the official Kanpo tender notice, with translation and a preliminary business assessment by I.J. Do. The official Japanese notice and tender documents are binding.

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