Japan Tenders - September 8, 2026

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

  • Notices scanned: 55
  • Relevant (shown): 14 (12 active, 2 sole-source notices, 0 expired)
  • Removed (low relevance / no match): 41
  • Tags: AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Government Systems, Healthcare, Medical, Research, Software

Active opportunities

#1 - Spatial Protein Proximity Analysis Platform System

Open tender

Procurement of a spatial protein proximity analysis platform system by the National Cancer Center. The contract includes all equipment, materials, and related expenses, with delivery and installation by March 31, 2027, at a location designated by the National Cancer Center. Participation requires compliance with specified qualification criteria.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 4, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroyuki MANO, Director, National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#2 - Comprehensive Renovation of the Scholarship Business System (JSAS) for Simplifying Scholarship Applications

Open tender

This procurement concerns a comprehensive renovation of the Japan Student Services Organization's scholarship business system (JSAS) aimed at simplifying scholarship application processes. The contract includes performance, functionality, and technical improvements evaluated by a comprehensive assessment method. The execution deadline is March 31, 2029, and the place of execution is specified in the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 28, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Tomoya YOSHIOKA, Director of the Japan Student Services Organization
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Government Systems

#3 - Modernization of METI Survey and Statistics System with Cloud and Generative AI

Open tender

This tender is for the modernization of the Ministry of Economy Trade and Industry's survey and statistics system, focusing on cloud migration and the utilization of generative AI. The contract includes submission of a proposal and technical evaluation. Fulfillment period is by March 26, 2027, with location and detailed specifications provided in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 6, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Tamai YUKO, Director of the Budget and Accounts Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Economy Trade and Industry
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cloud, AI, Government Systems

#4 - Automated Cell Analysis Systems (2 units) for National Cancer Center

Open tender

The National Cancer Center is procuring two automated cell analysis systems. The contract includes all related expenses and must be completed by March 31, 2027, at a location designated by the National Cancer Center. Participation requires compliance with specific qualification criteria and submission of sealed bids by November 4, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 4, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroyuki MANO, Director, National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#5 - Security Measures for National Traffic Volume Observation Data Aggregation System FY2026

Open tender

This procurement is for security measures work related to the national traffic volume observation data aggregation system for fiscal year 2026. The contract period is from the day after contract conclusion until March 19, 2027, with work performed at the Chugoku Regional Development Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. Participation requires qualification confirmation and submission via an electronic procurement system or paper method.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 19, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Taishi YAMAMOTO, Director of the General Affairs Department, Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Government Systems

#6 - Purchase of Vote Counting Machines for Unified Local Elections

Open tender

Osaka City is procuring 24 vote counting machines specifically for use in unified local elections. The contract period ends on April 9, 2027, and delivery location will be designated by the city. The procurement is conducted via a restricted competitive bidding process with post-review.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 7, 2026, 10:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Election Division, Administrative Committee Secretariat, Osaka City
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags:

#7 - Procurement of a Complete Mass Spectrometry System

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete mass spectrometry system at the National Hospital Organization Tokyo Medical Center. The contract includes all costs related to purchase and delivery, with a delivery deadline of March 31, 2027. Participation requires qualification under Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare standards and proof of rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 8, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kobayashi Yoshirou, Director of the National Hospital Organization Tokyo Medical Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#8 - Pathology Whole Slide Image Diagnostic Device Set

Open tender

National University Corporation Yamaguchi University is soliciting bids for a pathology whole slide image diagnostic device set. The delivery deadline is February 26, 2027, and the delivery location is the Ogushi campus of Yamaguchi University. Bidders must meet specific qualification criteria including medical device sales permits and after-sales service capabilities.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 28, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yukio HASEZAWA, President of National University Corporation Yamaguchi University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#9 - Operating Room Video Recording System Complete Set

Open tender

Procurement of a complete operating room video recording system for National Hospital Organization Mito Medical Center. Delivery is required by December 31, 2026. Participation requires qualification under Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare standards and compliance with National Hospital Organization regulations.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 8, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Takuya Komeno, Director, National Hospital Organization Mito Medical Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#10 - Multipurpose Blood Purification Device Set for FY2026 Medical Equipment Investment

Open tender

This procurement is for a multipurpose blood purification device set as part of the FY2026 medical equipment investment by the National Cancer Center. Delivery is required by March 31, 2027, to the National Cancer Center Central Hospital. The contract will be awarded by lowest price bid method with detailed specifications provided in the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 2, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Manno Hiroyuki, Director of the National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#11 - Multipurpose Blood Purification Device Set FY2026 Medical Equipment Investment

Open tender

This procurement is for a set of multipurpose blood purification devices as part of the FY2026 medical equipment investment by the National Cancer Center. Delivery is required by March 31, 2027, to the National Cancer Center Central Hospital. The contract will be awarded by lowest price bid with a 10% price addition rule.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 2, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Mano Hiroyuki, Director of the National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#12 - FY2026 Nationwide Traffic Volume Observation Data System Security Measures

Open tender

This procurement is for security measures work related to the FY2026 nationwide aggregation system of traffic volume observation data. The contract period is from the day after contract signing until March 19, 2027, with performance location at the Chugoku Regional Development Bureau. Participation requires qualification confirmation and submission via the electronic procurement system or paper-based alternatives.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 19, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Taishi YAMAMOTO, Director of the General Affairs Department, Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity
Sole-source contract notices – direct awards, not open for bidding (2)

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 - Modification of Receipt Transfer and Split Functions for National Health Insurance Public Expense Combined Receipts

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns the modification of the receipt transfer and split functions related to the handling of receipts combining National Health Insurance and public expenses. The contract is planned as a single tender with NTT Data Corporation as the intended contractor. The scheduled contract date is September 28, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: September 28, 2026
  • Intended vendor: NTT Data Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Manabu SAJO, Director of Contract Management Section, Finance Department, Social Insurance Medical Fee Payment Fund
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Healthcare

#2 - Comprehensive Contract for Development and Operation Support of Medical DX System and Service Desk for Municipalities

Sole-source notice

This notice announces a single tendering procedure for comprehensive contracts involving support operators engaged in the development and operation of a Medical DX system and contracts for service desks aimed at municipalities. The contracting authority is the Social Insurance Medical Fee Payment Fund. The procedure is based on the absence of competition due to technical reasons.

  • Publication date: September 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: October 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Value Consulting Co., Ltd., B2NEXT Co., Ltd., Accenture Co., Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: Manabu Saijo, Director of the Contract Management Division, Finance Department, Social Insurance Medical Fee Payment Fund
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Digital Transformation, Software and Information Systems

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