Japan Tenders - September 4, 2026

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

  • Notices scanned: 23
  • Relevant (shown): 18 (6 active, 0 sole-source notices, 12 expired)
  • Removed (low relevance / no match): 5
  • Tags: AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data, Digitization, Energy, Government Systems, HPC, Medical, Quantum, Research, Software, Telecom

Active opportunities

#1 - Procurement of Multi-color Solid-State Quantum Sensor Materials and High-Precision Measurement Equipment

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of multi-color solid-state quantum sensor material development and high-precision measurement equipment as a complete set. Delivery deadline, location, and detailed conditions are specified in the tender documentation. Rapid after-sales service and maintenance system readiness is required.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 27, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: HATTORI Masahiko, Director of Department of Financial Affairs, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Quantum

#2 - Renovation of AIS Transponder and Related Equipment

Open tender

This tender is for the renovation of AIS transponder and related equipment at the Yokohama Vessel Traffic Signal Station. The contract requires compliance with the provided specifications and is scheduled for completion by March 23, 2027. Participation requires passing technical screening and meeting qualification criteria set by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 4, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: KUWAMOTO Hiroshi, Director General, Administration Department, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom

#3 - Provision and Operational Support of Talent Management System (2026-2028)

Open tender

This procurement is for the provision and operational support of a talent management system for the period 2026 to 2028 by the Japan International Cooperation Agency. The contract will be awarded through an open competitive bidding process using a comprehensive price evaluation method. The work period is scheduled from early January 2027 to late June 2028.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 27, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: NAITO Soichiro, Japan International Cooperation Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#4 - Design of Tool Base and Lid Welding Tool Prototype for ITER First Wall Cooling Pipe Welding Integration Test

Open tender

The National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology seeks design services for a tool base and lid welding tool prototype used in the integrated welding test of the ITER first wall cooling pipe. The contract performance location is Naka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, with a deadline of March 23, 2027. Participation requires submission of a pledge confirming non-affiliation with organized crime groups.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 16, 2026, 14:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: YAMANOU Hiroyuki, Director of the General Affairs Department, Naka Fusion Institute, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#5 - Design and Estimation Work for Yokohama Area Central Monitoring System Renewal

Open tender

This procurement is for design and cost estimation services related to the renewal construction of the central monitoring system in the Yokohama area. The work involves updating the existing central monitoring system infrastructure. The contract period and location will be determined according to the specifications.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 8, 2026, 23:59 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Government Systems

#6 - 2027 Academic Year Credit Certification Exam Question Creation, Proofreading, and Registration Confirmation Services

Open tender

The Open University of Japan seeks comprehensive services for the creation, proofreading, and registration confirmation of credit certification exam questions for the 2027 academic year. The work includes checking and correcting exam questions, registering them into the Moodle web exam system, and managing related data and documents. The contract period is from February 1, 2027, to January 31, 2028.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 9, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Matsumoto Hiroki, Director of the Finance Department, The Open University of Japan
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Digitization
Irrelevant / Expired Opportunities (12)

#1 - Procurement of Equipment for Vulnerability Verification Work

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete set of equipment related to vulnerability verification work by the Information-technology Promotion Agency (IPA). Detailed specifications, contract period, and bidding methods are provided in the bidding documents. The procurement is conducted via open competitive bidding with a lowest-price winning method.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: SAITO Yutaka, Director of the Information-technology Promotion Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

#2 - Development of Advanced Functions for HPC Applications Using AI

Open tender

This procurement is for the development of advanced functions for high-performance computing (HPC) applications utilizing artificial intelligence (AI). The project aims to enhance HPC application capabilities by integrating AI technologies.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 28, 2026, 23:59 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institute of RIKEN
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: AI, HPC

#3 - Survey Results Investigation for Geo AI (Geospatial Info × AI) Utilization

Open tender

This procurement is for investigation and study work related to survey results to enable utilization of Geo AI, combining geospatial information and AI. The work includes defining requirements for AI adaptation of survey data, formulating AI response policies, compiling results, and preparing reports. The contract period ends on March 19, 2027, with delivery at the Geospatial Information Authority Tokyo Office.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 28, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: KAWASE Kazushige, Director of the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: AI, Data

#4 - Support for Government Cloud Migration Plan (Food Safety Integrated Information System)

Open tender

This procurement is for support services to create a migration plan for the Food Safety Integrated Information System to the Government Cloud. The scope includes analysis of the current system, defining requirements, CSP selection, modernization of applications, CMS selection, and assistance in drafting specifications. The contract period is from October 5, 2026 to March 31, 2027.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 25, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: IDe Eiji, Accounting Officer, Minister's Secretariat, Cabinet Office
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems, Government Systems, Digitization

#5 - Purchase of kintone Standard License Service FY2026

Open tender

This procurement is for the purchase of the standard license of kintone software by the Japan Sewerage Works Agency. Delivery location is the agency's headquarters, with a delivery deadline of October 31, 2026. The contract price will be calculated as 100/110 of the bid amount plus 10% of that amount.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 29, 2026, 10:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: KEI Yoshihiro, Director of the Management Planning Department, Japan Sewerage Works Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#6 - Purchase of Cryostat for Sample Cooling with Liquid Helium

Open tender

This procurement is for the purchase of a cryostat and related equipment used for sample cooling with liquid helium, as specified in the tender documents. The contract performance deadline is March 23, 2027, and the place of performance is defined by the specifications. The procurement is conducted by the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology via open competitive bidding.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 28, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hattori Masahiko, Director of Finance Department, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research, Energy

#7 - Procurement of PC Workstations for Vulnerability Verification Tasks

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of PC workstations to be used in vulnerability verification operations by the Innovation Platform Agency, Japan (IPA). The detailed specifications, deadlines, and bidding procedures are provided in the tender documents. The contract will be awarded by lowest price bid within the estimated price range.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Innovation Platform Agency, Japan (IPA)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

#8 - Liquid Scintillation Counter Complete Set

Open tender

The National Cancer Center is conducting an open competitive tender for the procurement of a complete liquid scintillation counter system. Delivery is required by March 31, 2027, to the National Cancer Center East Hospital. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest price method.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: MANO Hiroyuki, Director of the National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Research

#9 - High-Resolution Light Element Gas Isotope Continuous Analysis System

Open tender

The National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology is soliciting bids for a high-resolution light element gas isotope continuous analysis system. The contract includes delivery by March 10, 2027, with detailed specifications provided in the bidding documents. The procurement is conducted via open competitive bidding with specific qualification requirements.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 5, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hashimoto Takuya, Director of the Procurement Department, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#10 - Gamma Counter Complete Set

Open tender

The National Cancer Center is conducting an open competitive tender for a complete set of gamma counters. Delivery is required by March 31, 2027, to the National Cancer Center East Hospital. The procurement includes all related expenses and will be awarded based on the lowest bid price.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Manno Hiroyuki, Director of the National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#11 - FY2026 Ishitegawa Dam Management System Improvement

Open tender

This procurement is for the improvement of the Ishitegawa Dam management system. The contract period is from the day after contract conclusion until March 31, 2027, with work to be performed at the Ishitegawa Dam Management Branch Office.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Government Systems

#12 - EpiPlex Platform Complete Set

Open tender

Procurement of a complete set of the EpiPlex platform by the National Cancer Center. Delivery and performance locations include the National Cancer Center and contracted sites. The contract period is until November 30, 2026, with detailed specifications provided in the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: September 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Manno Hiroyuki, Director of the National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: 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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