Japan Opportunities - July 27, 2026

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

  • Notices scanned: 75
  • Relevant (shown): 22 (21 active, 1 sole-source notices, 0 expired)
  • Removed (low relevance / no match): 53
  • Tags: AI, Healthcare, Medical, Research, Software, Telecom

Active opportunities

#1 - Renewal of 123 Editing Software Licenses

Open tender

This tender is for the renewal of 123 licenses for editing software. Delivery deadline is October 30, 2026, with location and detailed specifications provided in the tender documents. The tender will be conducted electronically, with a paper option if electronic bidding is not feasible.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 10, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Suzuki Yasuharu, Financial Director, National Printing Bureau
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#2 - Integrated Medical Image Diagnostic Management System

Cancellation notice

This procurement concerns an integrated medical image diagnostic management system for Aomori Rosai Hospital. The system must support a fully filmless environment, integrate with hospital information systems, enable AI-assisted image diagnostics, and ensure secure, high-speed storage and retrieval of medical images. The system is planned for introduction from January 2028 onward.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Cancelled
  • Procuring entity: Naoki Tamazawa, Director of Aomori Rosai Hospital, Independent Administrative Institution Labor Health and Safety Organization
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Medical, AI, Healthcare, Software and Information Systems

#3 - Procurement of N Axicabtagene Ciloleucel and O Lisocabtagene Maraleucel, 10 doses each

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of 10 doses each of N Axicabtagene Ciloleucel and O Lisocabtagene Maraleucel. Delivery is scheduled from October 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, to locations designated by the contracting officer at University of Toyama. Participation requires certification for general sales of regenerative medicine products under relevant Japanese law.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Shingo Yoshii, The Obligating Officer for Contractual Affairs Delegate Head, Finance and Facilities Department, University of Toyama
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#4 - X-ray Cardiovascular Diagnostic System

Request for comments

This notice requests comments on the draft specifications for the procurement of a complete X-ray cardiovascular diagnostic system. The procuring entity is University of Tsukuba Hospital, and the deadline for submitting comments is August 27, 2026.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: August 27, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Heiramatsu Yuji, Director of University of Tsukuba Hospital
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Medical

#5 - Surgical Video Recording System Complete Set

Open tender

The National University Corporation Shimane University is procuring a complete surgical video recording system for its Faculty of Medicine Hospital. The delivery deadline is March 15, 2027, and the procurement will be conducted via a comprehensive evaluation bidding method based on performance, functionality, and technology documents. Participation requires proof of rapid after-sales service and maintenance capability.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroki OTANI, President, The National University Corporation Shimane University
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Medical

#6 - Procurement of 3 Tesla MRI Systems

Open tender

Kyoto University is conducting an open competitive tender for the procurement of three complete 3 Tesla MRI systems. The contract requires submission of documents related to performance, functions, and technology for comprehensive evaluation. Delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, to the Institute for Advanced Human and Social Sciences at Kyoto University.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 18, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Nagahiro NAGAMINATO, President of Kyoto University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#7 - Medical Information Collaboration Platform Implementation Work

Open tender

Tokushima University is soliciting bids for the full implementation work of a medical information collaboration platform at Tokushima University Hospital. The contract includes installation and setup with a completion deadline of March 31, 2027. Bidders must demonstrate capability for prompt after-service support and meet specified qualification criteria.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kawamura Yasuhiko, Director of the General Affairs Department, Tokushima University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare, Software and Information Systems

#8 - Lease Contract for Complete Set of Endoscope Equipment

Open tender

This tender is for leasing a complete set of endoscope equipment for the National Hospital Organization Nishisaitama-chuo National Hospital. The lease period is from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2031. Specifications and detailed requirements are provided in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 26, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Nobuo Omura, Director of National Hospital Organization Nishisaitama-chuo National Hospital
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#9 - Laparoscopic Surgery Simulator Equipment Set

Open tender

Gunma University is procuring a complete set of laparoscopic surgery simulator equipment. The delivery deadline is February 26, 2027, and the equipment will be installed at Gunma University Hospital. Participation requires qualification under the national competitive bidding system and proof of after-sales service capability.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 7, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hayashi Akio, Director of the Secretariat, Gunma University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#10 - Integration work for secondary use system

Open tender

Tokushima University is procuring comprehensive integration work for a secondary use system at Tokushima University Hospital. The contract includes system linkage tasks with a completion deadline of March 31, 2027. Participation requires qualification under national or university standards and proof of a rapid after-service system.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yasukuni Kawamura, Director of the General Affairs Department, Tokushima University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#11 - Integrated Management System for Neurophysiological Examination Data

Open tender

Akita University is soliciting bids for the procurement of an integrated management system for neurophysiological examination data. The system is to be delivered by March 31, 2027, to the Akita University Hospital. Participation requires compliance with specific qualification criteria and proof of after-sales service capability.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 17, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yoshihiro NANATANI, Director of the General Affairs Department, Akita University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare, Software and Information Systems

#12 - Hospital Information System and 7-Year Maintenance Contract

Request for comments

This tender is for the procurement of a complete hospital information system and a commission for its maintenance over seven years at the National Hospital Organization Kochi National Hospital. The contract includes delivery by July 31, 2027, and requires submission of documents related to performance, functionality, and technology for evaluation.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: September 4, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Medical

#13 - Genetic Analyzer Complete Set

Open tender

Tokushima University is soliciting bids for a complete set of genetic analyzers to be delivered to Tokushima University Hospital by December 28, 2026. The procurement requires bidders to demonstrate rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities and hold medical device sales permits under Japanese law.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yasuhiko Kawamura, Director of Tokushima University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#14 - Complete Endoscopic Equipment System

Open tender

Procurement of a complete endoscopic equipment system for University of the Ryukyus Hospital. Delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, with detailed qualification requirements including rapid after-sale service and medical device sales license.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 18, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Mikio Suzuki, Executive Director, Duly Authorized Representative to Ikue Kina, President University of the Ryukyus
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#15 - Complete set of blood parameter monitors for extracorporeal circulation

Open tender

Kyoto University is soliciting bids for a complete set of blood parameter monitors used in extracorporeal circulation. The delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, and the delivery location is Kyoto University Hospital. Bidders must meet qualification criteria including medical device sales authorization under Japanese law and demonstrate rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 11, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Nagahiro NAGAMINATO, President of Kyoto University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#16 - Complete Set of Mechanical Ventilators

Open tender

Tokyo University of Science is conducting an open competitive tender for a complete set of mechanical ventilators to be delivered by January 29, 2027, to its hospital. Bidders must comply with qualification requirements including medical device sales permits and after-sales service capabilities.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 17, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Otake Naoto, Director of Tokyo University of Science
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#17 - Complete Radiation Therapy Planning System

Open tender

Yamanashi University is soliciting bids for a complete radiation therapy planning system to be delivered to its medical school hospital by December 31, 2026. The procurement requires proof of rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities, medical device sales authorization, and compliance with university contract regulations.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 16, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kazuhiko NAKAMURA, President of Yamanashi University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#18 - Complete Nurse Call System

Open tender

Akita University is soliciting bids for a complete nurse call system to be delivered by March 31, 2027, for its Faculty of Medicine Hospital. The procurement includes installation and maintenance capabilities, with detailed conditions provided in the bidding documents. Participation requires qualification under national competitive bidding standards and proof of rapid after-sales service and maintenance.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 17, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yoshihiro NANATANI, Director of the General Affairs Department, Akita University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare

#19 - Complete Computerized Tomography (CT) System

Request for comments

Tokushima University has completed drafting specifications for the procurement of two complete computerized tomography (CT) systems. Comments on the draft specifications are invited by August 27, 2026. The draft specifications and an explanatory meeting will be available in early August at Tokushima University Hospital.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: August 27, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kawamura Yasuhiko, Director of Tokushima University
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Medical

#20 - Campus Information Network System Complete Set

Cancellation notice

This procurement concerns the complete set of campus information network system equipment and quantities planned for introduction at Kagoshima University. The system will include network devices and related systems installed across multiple campuses and external facilities. The planned introduction period is from September 2027 onward.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Cancelled
  • Procuring entity: Amasawa Naoki, Director of the Independent Administrative Institution Labor Health and Safety Organization Aomori Rosai Hospital
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom

#21 - Automated Medication Picking System

Open tender

Chiba University is procuring one set of an automated medication picking system to be delivered by March 31, 2027, to its affiliated hospital. The procurement requires suppliers to demonstrate rapid after-sale service and maintenance capabilities and meet specific qualification criteria.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 7, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Osamu Tabata, The Obligating Officer Administration Bureau Chiba University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical
Sole-source contract notices – direct awards, not open for bidding (1)

This procedure is classified as sole-source and is not an open competitive tender. Direct participation is not applicable, but the notice may indicate existing government demand and active relevant vendors in Japan.

#1 - Consulting for AI Road Surface System, Winter Road Risk Model, and HAPS Weather Radar

Sole-source notice

This procurement covers three consulting and development services: (1) enhancement of an AI-based road surface condition identification system for proactive snow disaster prevention; (2) construction and demonstration of a winter road management model based on risk prediction; and (3) development of core functions for a high-altitude platform station (HAPS)-borne weather radar. The contract is planned for single tendering due to prototype development.

  • Publication date: July 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: No submission deadline
  • Intended vendor: 企画競争により決定
  • Procuring entity: Shindo Kazusumi, Contracting Officer, National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: AI, 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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