Implementation of JFT-Basic Japanese Language Test by CBT Method

Open tender

Japanese title: 国際交流基金日本語基礎テスト(JFT-Basic)のCBT方式による実施業務一式

The Japan Foundation seeks a contractor to implement the JFT-Basic Japanese language proficiency test using a computer-based testing (CBT) method. The contract period runs from the signing date until March 31, 2032. Requirements include prior experience conducting multiple CBT language tests within the past five years and certifications such as ISO/IEC27001 and ISO9001.

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Key Details

  • Source: Kanpo
  • Notice type: Open tender
  • Publication date: July 24, 2026
  • Procuring entity: Masato FURUYA, Contract Officer, The Japan Foundation
  • Submission deadline: October 16, 2026, 14:00 JST
  • Bid opening: October 16, 2026, 14:00 JST, location: see the official notice
  • Award method: Comprehensive evaluation (price + technical score)
  • Eligibility (from notice): All-ministry unified qualification, 'services', grade A–C – verify in the tender documents
  • Status: Active
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Business-action likelihood: Medium – The tender is open to qualified bidders with specified certifications and experience, but requires compliance with Japan Foundation's strict qualification and certification criteria, and local language and currency use.

Business Relevance

May interest companies providing computer-based testing platforms, language assessment services, and information security management solutions.

Participation fit

Participation is expected to require appropriate Japanese government procurement eligibility, or cooperation with a suitable Japanese partner holding the required qualification. The eligibility requirements have not been fully reviewed and should be verified against the official tender documents.

Official Source

This opportunity is based on a tender notice published in Kanpo, the official gazette of the Government of Japan.

  • Source: Kanpo, Government Procurement Notice Edition
  • Official category: 入札公告 / Open competitive tender notice
  • Publication date: July 24, 2026
  • Publication: Kanpo, pages 12

Full English Translation

The following English translation was prepared from the original Japanese notice published in Kanpo. Where an official English summary appears in the Kanpo publication, it was used only for verification; the translation below is based on the Japanese source text.

Tender Notice:
The following general competitive tender is announced. Date: July 24, 2026. The Japan Foundation, Contract Officer Masato FURUYA. Procurement agency number 573, location number 13.
1. Procurement details:
(1) Item classification numbers 71, 27.
(2) Subject and quantity: Implementation of the Japan Foundation Japanese Language Basic Test (JFT-Basic) by CBT method, complete service.
(3) Specifications: According to the tender documents and specifications.
(4) Contract period: From contract signing date until March 31, 2032.
(5) Location of performance: As specified in the tender documents and specifications.
(6) Tender method: Comprehensive evaluation bidding method (details in tender documents). Bidding amount is a total price for the specifications (contract will be based on unit prices defined in the contract). The winning bid price will be the bid amount plus 10% of that amount; bidders must state 100/110 of the estimated contract amount regardless of tax status. Eligibility: Must not fall under disqualifications per The Japan Foundation accounting rules Articles 16 and 18. Must hold A, B, or C grade in the unified qualification for service provision for FY 2025-2027. Note that The Japan Foundation does not conduct qualification screening or registration. Must not be under suspension by The Japan Foundation or Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Must have no record of default or delay in the past year with The Japan Foundation. Must be authorized to use JISQ15001 (Privacy Mark) certified by JIPDEC or designated body. Must have ISO/IEC27001 (Information Security Management System) certification. Must have ISO9001 (Quality Management System) certification. Must have conducted multiple CBT language tests in the past five years. Must meet all other requirements in the tender documents. Submission location and inquiries: The Japan Foundation, Japanese Language Division 2, Planning and Development Team, 1-6-4 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004. Contact persons: Konagaya, Sugisaki, Noguchi. Email: [email protected]. Tender documents distributed by email from July 24 to September 14, 2026 (noon deadline). Tender briefing on August 7, 2026, 14:00 via Microsoft Teams; participation recommended. Deadline for briefing registration August 4, 2026. Opening of bids on October 16, 2026, 14:00 at The Japan Foundation headquarters, 1st floor meeting room A-4. Postal submission accepted by October 15, 2026, 17:00. Language and currency: Japanese and Japanese yen only. No bid or contract guarantee required. Bidders must submit required documents by deadlines specified in tender documents. Invalid bids include those from ineligible bidders or those not meeting requirements. Contract document required. Award method: Among bidders meeting all mandatory requirements and bidding within the estimated price, the highest evaluated bid will be awarded. The Japan Foundation may change contracts due to major business changes or unavoidable circumstances. Further details in tender documents.

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