Japan Opportunities - August 3, 2026

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

  • Notices scanned: 97
  • Relevant (shown): 27 (23 active, 4 sole-source notices, 0 expired)
  • Removed (low relevance / no match): 70
  • Tags: AI, Cloud, HPC, Healthcare, Medical, Software

Active opportunities

#1 - FY2026 Procurement of Microsoft Software Licenses

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of software licenses for Microsoft products for fiscal year 2026 by the Nara Institute of Science and Technology. Delivery is required by December 25, 2026, to the institute's Information Initiative Center. Participation requires qualification under national standards for product sales in the Kinki region and compliance with the institute's regulations.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 24, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kazuhiro Shiozaki, President, Nara Institute of Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#2 - Cloud-based Software Suite License Set

Open tender

The University of Tokyo is procuring a cloud-based software suite license set to be delivered by November 2, 2026, to its Information Technology Center. The procurement will be conducted via a reverse auction system, with specific participation qualifications including rapid after-sale service and maintenance capabilities.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 31, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Teruo FUJII, President of the University of Tokyo
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems

#3 - Advisory for AML/CFT/CPF Operations Using Generative AI for Efficiency

Open tender

This tender seeks advisory services to enhance and streamline AML/CFT/CPF operations through the use of generative AI and related technologies. The contract period runs from the signing date until September 29, 2028, with detailed specifications provided in the bidding documents. Participation requires compliance with qualification criteria and submission of documents by September 24, 2026.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 24, 2026, 10:30 JST
  • Intended vendor: Yucho Bank, Ryotaro Yamada
  • Procuring entity: Ryotaro Yamada, Executive Officer, Yucho Bank
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: AI

#4 - Ultrasound Diagnostic and Therapeutic System 1 Set

Open tender

The tender is for the procurement of one complete ultrasound diagnostic and therapeutic system for National University Corporation Ehime University Hospital. Delivery is required by February 26, 2027. Bidders must meet specific qualifications including rapid after-sales service capability and medical device sales licensing under Japanese law.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 14, 2026, 17:15 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroshige Nishina, President, National University Corporation Ehime University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#5 - Single-port Remote Controlled Endoscopic Surgical System

Open tender

Tottori University Hospital is procuring a single-port remote controlled endoscopic surgical system. The delivery deadline is February 26, 2027, and the system will be installed at Tottori University Hospital. Participation requires proof of rapid after-sales service and medical device sales authorization under Japanese law.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 24, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Tasuku Harada, President, Tottori University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#6 - Robotic Arm Surgical Support System for Knee Replacement

Open tender

Procurement of a robotic arm surgical support system capable of assisting total hip and knee arthroplasty. The system must support preoperative CT-based 3D bone modeling, surgical planning, intraoperative registration, and safe bone resection assistance. The delivery is planned for fiscal year 2027 starting April.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline
  • Procuring entity: Izu Hitoshi, Vice President of Tohoku University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#7 - Radiation Therapy System Maintenance and Management Contract

Open tender

This tender is for a comprehensive maintenance and management service contract for a radiation therapy system at the National Hospital Organization Sendai Medical Center. The contract includes all costs related to the maintenance and delivery of services as specified in the tender documents. The submission deadline is September 25, 2026.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 25, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Masayuki EMEN, Director of Finance, National Hospital Organization Sendai Medical Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#8 - Procurement of Surgical Peripheral System and B-Ultrasound Diagnostic Equipment

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete surgical peripheral system and a B-mode ultrasound diagnostic device for Mie University Hospital. The contract requires submission of performance, functionality, and technical documents for comprehensive evaluation. Delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, and the location is Mie University Medical School Hospital.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 25, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Mie University - ITŌ Masaaki
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#9 - Procurement of Regenerative Medicine Products Lagunprocel, Nadofalagen Filadenovec, Beremagen Geperpavec

Open tender

Kyoto University is conducting an open competitive tender for the purchase of regenerative medicine products: Lagunprocel (1 set), Nadofalagen Filadenovec (10V), and Beremagen Geperpavec (10 sets). Delivery is scheduled between October 1, 2026, and March 31, 2028, to Kyoto University Hospital. Bidders must meet specific qualifications including pharmaceutical sales permits under the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 24, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Nagahiro NAGAMINATO, President of Kyoto University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#10 - Operating Room Simulation Unit Complete Set

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete operating room simulation unit for National University Corporation Tokyo Science University Hospital. The contract requires submission of documents related to performance, functionality, and technology for comprehensive evaluation. Delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, and the delivery location is the university hospital.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 14, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Otake Naoto, Director of National University Corporation Tokyo Science University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#11 - Medical Smartphone System Package

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete medical smartphone system for Hiroshima University Hospital. The contract includes submission of documents related to performance, functionality, and technology for comprehensive evaluation. Delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, and the location is Hiroshima University Hospital.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 14, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yoichi Yamashita, Director of the Hiroshima University Subcontract Contract Office
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Software and Information Systems

#12 - Infusion Pump Set

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of an infusion pump set for Mie University Hospital's Faculty of Medicine. The contract period is from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2033. The tender requires bidders to demonstrate capability to lease the equipment and maintain it, and to hold a medical device sales license under Japanese law.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 25, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Mie University, ITŌ Masaaki, President
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#13 - Digital Mammography X-ray Diagnostic System Set

Open tender

Chiba University is procuring a complete digital mammography X-ray diagnostic system to be delivered by March 31, 2027, for its affiliated hospital. The procurement requires suppliers to demonstrate rapid after-sale service and maintenance capabilities and meet specific qualification criteria.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 14, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Osamu Tabata, The Obligating Officer Administration Bureau Chiba University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#14 - Comprehensive Maintenance and Management of Radiological Equipment

Open tender

This tender is for the comprehensive maintenance and management services of radiological equipment at the National Hospital Organization Sendai Medical Center. The contract includes all costs related to the delivery and maintenance of the equipment. Submission deadline is September 25, 2026, with detailed specifications provided in the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 25, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Masayuki EMEN, Director of National Hospital Organization Sendai Medical Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#15 - Complete Ultrasound Diagnostic Equipment Set

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete set of ultrasound diagnostic equipment for the National Hospital Organization Sendai Medical Center. Delivery deadlines and locations are specified in the tender documents. Bidders must meet various qualifications including medical device sales certification and after-sales service capabilities.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 28, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Masayuki Ezura, Director of the National Hospital Organization Sendai Medical Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#16 - Complete Surgical Equipment Related System

Open tender

Kagoshima University is soliciting bids for a complete surgical equipment related system to be delivered by March 31, 2027, at Kagoshima University Hospital. The procurement requires submission of documents related to performance, functions, and technology for comprehensive evaluation. Eligibility includes certification for medical device sales and a maintenance service system.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 25, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Fukushima Takashi, Director of the Secretariat, Kagoshima University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#17 - Complete Remote-Controlled Surgical System

Request for comments

Kobe University is requesting comments on draft specifications for the procurement of two complete remote-controlled surgical systems. The draft specifications are available from August 3 to September 7, 2026, with a briefing session scheduled on August 7, 2026.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: September 7, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Moriyama Mutsumi, Contracting Officer, Kobe University
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Medical

#18 - Complete Pediatric Artificial Heart-Lung Machine Set

Open tender

Shimane University is conducting an open competitive tender for a complete pediatric artificial heart-lung machine set to be delivered to its medical school hospital by March 17, 2027. Bidders must submit performance, function, and technical documents for comprehensive evaluation. The contract price will be calculated as 100/110 of the estimated amount plus 10%.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 24, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Ohtani Hiroshi, President of Shimane University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#19 - Complete Optical Pumping Magnetometer Brain Magnetic Measurement System

Open tender

Kanazawa University is soliciting bids for a complete brain magnetic measurement system using an optical pumping magnetometer method. Delivery is required by March 29, 2027, to the brain function measurement room at Kanazawa University Hospital. The procurement includes detailed qualification requirements and a competitive bidding process.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 8, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Wada Takashi, Director of Kanazawa University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#20 - Complete Ophthalmic Surgical Microscope System

Request for comments

Kobe University requests comments on the draft specifications for the procurement of two complete ophthalmic surgical microscope systems. The draft specifications are available from August 3 to September 7, 2026, with a briefing session scheduled for August 7, 2026.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: September 7, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Moriyama Mutsumi, Contracting Officer, Kobe University
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Medical

#21 - Complete Intensive Care and Surgical Monitoring System

Request for comments

Kobe University requests comments on draft specifications for the procurement of a complete intensive care and surgical monitoring system. The draft specifications are available from August 3 to September 7, 2026, with a briefing session on August 7. Submission deadline for comments is September 7, 2026.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: September 7, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Moriyama Mutsumi, Director in charge of contracts, Kobe University
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#22 - Complete CT Scanner System

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete CT scanner system to be delivered to the University of Tokyo Hospital by March 31, 2027. The selection will be based on a comprehensive evaluation including performance, functionality, and technology, with a reverse auction pricing method. Bidders must meet specific qualifications including manufacturing capability, after-sales service, and medical device sales authorization.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 14, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Teruo FUJII, President of the University of Tokyo
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#23 - Complete Bacterial Testing System

Open tender

Tokushima University is procuring a complete bacterial testing system to be delivered to Tokushima University Hospital by March 31, 2027. The procurement will be conducted by open competitive bidding with a comprehensive evaluation method based on performance, functionality, and technology documents. Bidders must demonstrate rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities and hold a medical device sales license under Japanese law.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 24, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kawamura Yasuhiko, Director of the General Affairs Department, Tokushima University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical
Sole-source contract notices – direct awards, not open for bidding (4)

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 - Strategic enhancement of computational resources for AI for Science at Kyushu University

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns the strategic enhancement of computational resources essential for AI for Science at Kyushu University. The contract is planned as a single tendering procedure with Fujitsu Limited as the intended vendor. The contract award is expected on August 24, 2026.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: August 24, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Fujitsu Limited
  • Procuring entity: Masahiro SAKODA, Service Procurement Section Procurement Division, Finance Department, Kyushu University
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: AI, HPC

#2 - Electric field electrodes for body surface use for glioblastoma, 3,240 sheets

Sole-source notice

Procurement of 3,240 sheets of electric field electrodes for body surface use specifically for glioblastoma treatment by Kumamoto University. The contract is planned as a single tendering procedure due to absence of competition for technical reasons. The expected contract date is September 30, 2026.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: September 30, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Novocure K.K.
  • Procuring entity: Kenichi Inoue, Contract Manager, Kumamoto University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#3 - Computer System for University Hospital Medical Information Network (Re-lease)

Sole-source notice

This notice announces a single tendering procedure for the re-lease of a computer system used in the medical information network of a university hospital. The contract is planned for August 24, 2026, with Hitachi, Ltd. as the intended contractor due to compatibility reasons under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: August 24, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Hitachi, Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: Teruo FUJII, President of the National University Corporation Tokyo University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare

#4 - Complete Biological Information Management System

Sole-source notice

Chiba University is procuring a complete biological information management system through single tendering procedures due to interchangeability requirements under the Agreement on Government Procurement. The contract is expected to be awarded on September 14, 2026, to Nihon Kohden Corporation. The procurement involves a full set of equipment classified under codes 22 and 31.

  • Publication date: August 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: September 14, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Nihon Kohden Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Nabata Ma, Director of the General Affairs Department, Chiba University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare

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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