Japan Tenders - September 10, 2026

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

  • Notices scanned: 71
  • Relevant (shown): 33 (11 active, 3 sole-source notices, 19 expired)
  • Removed (low relevance / no match): 38
  • Tags: AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Digitization, Energy, Government Systems, HPC, Healthcare, Medical, Quantum, Research, Semiconductor, Software, Telecom

Active opportunities

#1 - Operation, Maintenance, Cloud and Network Use for Hello Work Subsidy E-Application Subsystem

Open tender

This tender is for comprehensive operation and maintenance services, including cloud service use and network use, for the Hello Work System's Subsidy Electronic Application Subsystem starting September 2027. The contract period runs from the contract signing date until August 31, 2031. Bidders must submit documents related to performance, functions, and technology as part of a comprehensive evaluation.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 2, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: HORI Yasuo, Director of the Employment Insurance Division, Employment Security Bureau, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems

#2 - Information Security Audit for Government Cloud (FY2026)

Open tender

This tender is for conducting an information security audit related to the Government Cloud for fiscal year 2026. The contract period runs from the contract signing date until March 31, 2027. Detailed specifications and fulfillment location are defined in the tender documentation.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 16, 2026
  • Procuring entity: KOMOTO Nobuhiro, Counsellor of the Accounts Division, Digital Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Cloud

#3 - FPGA Implementation and Software for Tamper-Resistant Tech Demonstrator

Open tender

The National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology is procuring FPGA implementation and software development services for a tamper-resistant technology demonstrator. The contract includes the full scope of FPGA design and software creation, with fulfillment by February 26, 2027, at the specified location. Participation requires qualification under the institute's tender rules.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: HASHIMOTO Takuya, Director-Procurement Division for National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#4 - Comprehensive Information System for International Research Center

Open tender

This tender is for a comprehensive information system for the International Research Center for Japanese Studies, including public web servers, file sharing infrastructure, remote access infrastructure (VPN etc.), client PCs for staff and researchers, system construction, migration, operation support, and maintenance services. The scope also covers environment setup, installation, wiring, network construction, software installation, setup, configuration, maintenance, connection with existing equipment and systems, and removal of equipment at contract end. The contract period is from July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2032.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: NAGAKI Nobuko, Director of the National Institutes for the Humanities
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Telecom, Software and Information Systems, Government Systems

#5 - Support Services for Physician-Initiated Clinical Trials

Open tender

This procurement is for comprehensive support services related to the implementation of physician-initiated clinical trials at the National Cancer Center East Hospital. The contract includes all necessary expenses such as equipment, materials, and operational costs. The performance period and location are defined by the specifications and contract documents.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Manno Hiroyuki, Director of the National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare, Medical

#6 - Purchase of Neutron Survey Meter

Open tender

This procurement is for the purchase of a neutron survey meter according to the provided specifications. The contract execution deadline is March 10, 2027, and the location is the Naka Fusion Science and Technology Institute in Ibaraki Prefecture. The procurement is conducted by the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology under an open competitive bidding process.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 27, 2026, 13:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: YAMANOU Hiroyuki, Director of the Naka Fusion Science and Technology Institute, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#7 - Methylation Analysis for Non-Surgical Therapy Study of HER2+ ER- Breast Cancer

Open tender

This procurement is for methylation analysis related to a prospective study evaluating the usefulness of non-surgical therapy in HER2 positive ER negative breast cancer with high methylation of the gene HSD17B4. The contract includes all related costs and will be performed at the National Cancer Center East Hospital. The deadline for bid submission is October 6, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Manno Hiroyuki, Director of the National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Research

#8 - Hospital Information Network Installation and 7-Year Maintenance

Open tender

This tender is for the installation of a hospital information network and its maintenance for seven years at the National Hospital Organization Ibaraki Higashi Hospital. The contract includes delivery by May 31, 2027, and comprehensive evaluation based on performance, functionality, and technology. Submission deadline is October 30, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Ishii Yukio, Director of the National Hospital Organization Ibaraki Higashi Hospital
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare, Software and Information Systems

#9 - Hospital Information Network Installation and 7-Year Maintenance

Open tender

This tender is for the installation of a hospital information network and a 7-year maintenance service at National Hospital Organization Ibaraki-Higashi Hospital. The delivery deadline is May 31, 2027, with maintenance starting from the system operation date for seven years. The bid includes all costs related to delivery, installation, and adjustment.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Ishii Yukio, Director of National Hospital Organization Ibaraki-Higashi Hospital
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare, Software and Information Systems, Digitization

#10 - Expansion of Freezer and Refrigeration Units for Clinical Trials

Open tender

The National Cancer Center is soliciting bids for the expansion of freezer and refrigeration units specifically for clinical trial use. The contract includes all related equipment and installation, with delivery by March 31, 2027, to the National Cancer Center East Hospital. Bidders must meet specified qualification criteria and submit sealed bids by October 6, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: DOI Toshihiko, Director of the National Cancer Center East Hospital
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#11 - Electrical Equipment Renewal Work for ITER Divertor Test Device

Open tender

This procurement is for the renewal of electrical equipment related to the ITER divertor test device at the Naka Fusion Science and Technology Institute. The work must be completed by February 19, 2027, at the specified location in Naka City, Ibaraki Prefecture. The contract will be awarded through an open competitive bidding process.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 23, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: YAMANOU Hiroyuki, Director of the Management Department, Naka Fusion Science and Technology Institute, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Energy
Sole-source contract notices – direct awards, not open for bidding (3)

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 - Network Environment Maintenance for Government Solution Services FY2026

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure concerns comprehensive network environment maintenance related to government solution services for the Cabinet Office and others in fiscal year 2026. The contract is planned to be awarded to NTT East Corporation. Details on scope and execution timing will be defined by the specifications.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: No submission deadline
  • Intended vendor: NTT East Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Kaigen Nobuhiro, Accounting Officer, Digital Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom, Government Systems

#2 - Mobile Communication Lines for Ministry of Agriculture Government Solution FY2026

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure concerns the procurement of mobile communication lines for mobile terminals related to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries' Government Solution Service for fiscal year 2026. The contract is planned to be awarded to Internet Initiative Japan Inc.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: No submission deadline
  • Intended vendor: Internet Initiative Japan Inc.
  • Procuring entity: Ko Motoshige, Accounting Officer, Digital Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom, Government Systems

#3 - Expansion of Wireless LAN System in Hospital Network System

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure concerns the expansion of the wireless LAN system within the hospital network system at Gunma University. The contract is planned for October 21, 2026, and will be awarded to NEC Nets SI Corporation based on compatibility requirements under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: October 21, 2026
  • Intended vendor: NEC Nets SI Corporation
  • Procuring entity: HAYASHI Akio, Director of the Secretariat, Gunma University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom
Irrelevant / Expired Opportunities (19)

#1 - 2027 Development Support for ALM and Risk Management System (Application)

Sole-source notice

This single tendering notice concerns development support for the ALM (Asset Liability Management) and risk management system application for fiscal year 2027. The contract is planned for October 1, 2026, with Data Forevision Co., Ltd. as the intended contractor. The procurement is justified under the government procurement agreement for compatibility reasons.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: October 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Data Forevision Co., Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: Ryotaro Yamada, Executive Officer, Japan Post Bank Co., Ltd.
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#2 - Configuration Change Services for Government Generative AI Environment in MHLW LAN

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns configuration change and related services for the government generative AI usage environment named 'Gennai' within the LAN system of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. The contract is planned as a single tender with Toshiba Corporation as the intended vendor due to compatibility reasons under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: October 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Toshiba Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Naoki Ikegami, Director of the Accounting Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: AI, Government Systems

#3 - Procurement of Surgical Field Monitoring Camera System

Open tender

This is a public competitive tender for the procurement of a complete surgical field monitoring camera system for the National Hospital Organization Fukuyama Medical Center. The contract performance deadline is January 12, 2027. The tender requires submission of bids by September 30, 2026, with detailed specifications provided upon request via email.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kanno Rina, Contract Section Chief, National Hospital Organization Fukuyama Medical Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#4 - Network Environment Maintenance for Consumer Affairs Agency Gov Solution FY2026

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns comprehensive maintenance of the network environment related to the Government Solution Services of the Consumer Affairs Agency for fiscal year 2026. The contract is planned as a single tendering procedure due to interoperability requirements, with NEC Fielding Corporation and JECC Corporation as the intended vendors.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: October 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: NEC Fielding Corporation, JECC Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Ishikawa Norio, Accounting Division, Digital Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Government Systems

#5 - Liquid Nitrogen Condensation Device

Open tender

Procurement of a liquid nitrogen condensation device by RIKEN, the National Research and Development Agency. The notice is brief and does not specify further details or conditions.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 23:59 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags:

#6 - High-Speed Multi-Channel Arbitrary Waveform Generator and RF Signal Generator

Open tender

Procurement of a high-speed multi-channel arbitrary waveform generator and an RF signal generator by RIKEN. The equipment is intended for advanced research and development purposes. The fulfillment period and location will be determined according to the specifications.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 23:59 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#7 - Free-space type optical bandpass filter

Open tender

Procurement of a free-space type optical bandpass filter by RIKEN National Research and Development Agency. The notice does not provide further details on specifications or usage context.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 23:59 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#8 - Design and Evaluation of Fibrous Activated Carbon Adsorption Filter for Respiratory Protection Equipment

Open tender

This procurement is for the design and evaluation services of a fibrous activated carbon adsorption filter used in respiratory protection equipment. The contract period ends on March 19, 2027, and the place of performance is specified in the tender specifications. The procurement is conducted by the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology via open competitive bidding.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 2, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hattori Masahiko, Director of Finance Department, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#9 - Computer for Inserted Light Source Control

Open tender

Procurement of a computer system dedicated to controlling an inserted light source. The notice is issued by RIKEN, a national research and development agency. Details on specifications and delivery are to be determined according to the tender documents.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 23:59 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#10 - Bare Board Evaluation of FPGA Image Processing Board

Open tender

This procurement is for the evaluation of bare boards of FPGA image processing boards. The scope involves technical assessment of the bare board components related to FPGA-based image processing hardware.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 30, 2026, 23:59 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Semiconductor

#11 - All-in-One Fluorescence Microscope Set

Open tender

This procurement is a reannouncement of a competitive tender for an all-in-one fluorescence microscope set to be delivered by October 31, 2026, to the National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry. The contract will be awarded by lowest price bid method with specific bidding rules including a 10% price addition calculation. The place of performance is the National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 17, 2026, 13:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: Nakagome Kazuyuki, Director of the National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#12 - 2026 Workflow Tool WHEEL Quantum HPC Hybrid Environment Use Case Development

Open tender

This procurement concerns the development of use cases for the workflow tool WHEEL in a quantum HPC hybrid environment for fiscal year 2026. The work involves preparing and organizing practical examples of using the WHEEL tool in this advanced computing environment.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 2, 2026, 23:59 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Quantum, HPC, Software and Information Systems

#13 - System engineering support for LAN system operation

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns system engineering support services for LAN system operation. The contract is planned as a discretionary contract with Fujitsu Limited as the intended counterparty. The scheduled contract date is September 30, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: September 30, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Fujitsu Limited
  • Procuring entity: OOSHIMA Shuhei, Director of Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#14 - Comprehensive LAN Operation Integration Support

Sole-source notice

This procurement is for comprehensive support services for integrated LAN operation. The contract is planned as a discretionary contract with Fujitsu Limited as the designated partner, citing compatibility under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: September 30, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Fujitsu Limited
  • Procuring entity: OOSHIMA Shuhei, Director of the Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Telecom

#15 - Comprehensive Contract for Support to Improve M365 Environment

Sole-source notice

This procurement is for a comprehensive contract to provide support services aimed at improving the Microsoft 365 (M365) environment. The contract is planned as a discretionary contract with DBJ Digital Solutions Co., Ltd. as the designated vendor. The scheduled contract date is September 30, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: September 30, 2026
  • Intended vendor: DBJ Digital Solutions Co., Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: Shuhei OOSHIMA, Director of Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems

#16 - Comprehensive SASE Implementation for Group Common Platform

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns the comprehensive implementation of a SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) solution for the group common platform. The contract is planned as a discretionary contract with DBJ Digital Solutions Co., Ltd. as the intended vendor, citing compatibility reasons under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: September 30, 2026
  • Intended vendor: DBJ Digital Solutions Co., Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: OOSHIMA Shuhei, Director of Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Cloud

#17 - Outsourcing for Reconstruction of Fixed Asset and Lease Asset Management System

Sole-source notice

This procurement is for outsourcing the reconstruction of a fixed asset and lease asset management system. The contract is planned as a discretionary contract with Proship Co., Ltd. as the intended partner, citing compatibility reasons under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: September 30, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Proship Co., Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: OOSHIMA Shuhei, Director of Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#18 - Outsourced services for improvement of Copilot environment in M365

Sole-source notice

This procurement is for outsourced services to support improvements to the Copilot environment within Microsoft 365. The contract is planned as a discretionary contract with DBJ Digital Solutions Co., Ltd. as the intended vendor, citing compatibility reasons under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: September 30, 2026
  • Intended vendor: DBJ Digital Solutions Co., Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: Oshima Shuhei, Director of the Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems

#19 - Operation Support Services for New Information Sharing Platform

Sole-source notice

This procurement is for the operation support services of a new information sharing platform and related systems. The contract is planned as a discretionary contract with Hitachi, Ltd. as the intended vendor due to compatibility reasons under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: September 10, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: September 30, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Hitachi, Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: OOSHIMA Shuhei, Director of Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Government Systems

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