Japan Tenders - September 16, 2026

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

  • Notices scanned: 98
  • Relevant (shown): 51 (21 active, 0 sole-source notices, 30 expired)
  • Removed (low relevance / no match): 47
  • Tags: Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data, Digital Transformation, Digitization, Government Systems, Healthcare, Medical, Quantum, Research, Semiconductor, Software, Telecom

Active opportunities

#1 - Replacement and Expansion of Wireless Access Points at Ochanomizu University Schools

Open tender

This tender is for the replacement and expansion of wireless access points at the Ochanomizu University Elementary School and Junior High School. Delivery is required by May 28, 2027, at Ochanomizu University. Participation requires proof of rapid after-sale service and maintenance capabilities and the ability to deliver on the specified date and location.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 29, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: SASAKI Yasuko, President, Ochanomizu University
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Telecom

#2 - Two Urological Fluoroscopy Diagnostic Devices

Open tender

Kobe University is procuring two urological fluoroscopy diagnostic devices for its medical school hospital. The procurement requires submission of performance, functionality, and technical documents for comprehensive evaluation. Delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, and delivery location is Kobe University Medical School Hospital.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Mutsumi Moriyama, Director, Kobe University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#3 - Purchase of Water Quality Monitoring Sensors for ITER Divertor High Heat Load Test Device

Open tender

The National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST) is conducting an open competitive tender for the purchase of water quality monitoring sensors to be used in the ITER divertor high heat load test device. The contract performance deadline is March 12, 2027, and the place of performance is the Naka Fusion Science and Technology Research Institute in Ibaraki Prefecture. Tender documents are available by physical pickup or email request until October 8, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 26, 2026, 14:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#4 - Purchase of Test Equipment for Development of Measurement Devices

Open tender

The National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST) is procuring test equipment for the development of measurement devices and conducting a design study related to the ITER Blanket Remote Handling System's new baseline adaptation. Delivery deadlines are February 26, 2027, and April 28, 2028, respectively. Participation requires meeting technical and qualification criteria and providing rapid after-sales service and maintenance.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: December 17, 2026, 13:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research, Quantum

#5 - Purchase of Multi-scale Raman Spectroscopy System

Open tender

Kyoto City is procuring a complete multi-scale Raman spectroscopy system under a general competitive bidding process. The contract term is from the day after contract signing until March 31, 2027, with fulfillment location as specified in the specifications. The estimated price is 60,880,000 yen excluding tax.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 28, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kyoto City
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#6 - License Purchase for Fiscal Years 2026-2028

Open tender

This tender is for the purchase of software licenses covering fiscal years 2026 to 2028 by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. Delivery and detailed specifications are defined in the tender documents. The procurement process will be conducted via an electronic procurement system with a submission deadline of November 13, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 13, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: OKUDA Akihisa, Director-General of Shikoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#7 - Introduction of New-Cook-Chilled System and Implementation Support

Open tender

This tender is for the introduction and implementation support of a New-Cook-Chilled System at Saga-ken Medical Center Koseikan. The contract includes delivery by March 31, 2027, and service until April 30, 2027. Participation requires prior experience delivering and supporting New-Cook-Chilled Systems to medical institutions serving at least 400 meals daily.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 29, 2026, 10:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Toru Ogi, Director of Local Independent Administrative Corporation Saga-ken Medical Center Koseikan
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare

#8 - Introduction Plan and Quantity for Integrated Hospital Information Network System

Request for comments

Shiga University of Medical Science requests comments on the draft specifications for the introduction plan and quantity of an Integrated Hospital Information Network System. The deadline for submitting opinions is October 30, 2026. A briefing session on the draft specifications will be held on September 30, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Norio Gotou, Director of the Management Strategy of Hospital Division, Shiga University of Medical Science
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Healthcare, Software and Information Systems

#9 - Two General Anesthesia Machines for Nagasaki University Hospital

Open tender

Nagasaki University is procuring two general anesthesia machines to be delivered to Nagasaki University Hospital by March 31, 2027. Bidders must meet specified qualifications including rapid after-sale service and maintenance capabilities, and medical device sales licensing under Japanese law.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 27, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: NAGAYASU Takeshi, President of Nagasaki University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#10 - Cost and Process Study for Design and Manufacture of Simplified ITER Divertor Assembly Transport Device

Open tender

This procurement concerns a cost and process study for the design and manufacture of a simplified divertor assembly transport device for the initial assembly of the ITER divertor cassette. The work is to be performed at the QST Naka Fusion Institute in Ibaraki Prefecture with a completion deadline of March 19, 2027. Tender documents are available until October 8, 2026, and the bid submission deadline is November 4, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 4, 2026, 13:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#11 - Contract for Broadcast University Gakuen Program Production Technology Services FY2027-29

Open tender

This procurement is for contracting program production technology and related services at Broadcast University Gakuen for fiscal years 2027 through 2029. The scope includes television and radio program production, editing, dubbing studio operations, equipment inspection and maintenance, technical screenings, and online course content production. The contract period is from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2030, with detailed specifications provided in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: FUKUMOTO Koichi, Director of the Administrative Office, Broadcast University Gakuen
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Digitization

#12 - Comprehensive Endoscope Diagnostic and Treatment System

Open tender

Kobe University is seeking bids for a comprehensive endoscope diagnostic and treatment system to be leased for use at Kobe University Hospital from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2032. The procurement requires submission of performance, functionality, and technical documents for comprehensive evaluation. The contract price will be evaluated with an additional 10% added to the bid amount.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: MORiyama Mutsu, Director, Kobe University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#13 - Complete thoracoscopic surgery system

Open tender

Oita University is procuring a complete thoracoscopic surgery system to be delivered by March 31, 2027, for its medical school hospital. The procurement requires vendors to have rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities and medical device sales authorization under Japanese law. Bids must comply with detailed specifications in the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 9, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: ODA Shirou, Contract Officer, Oita University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#14 - Complete Nurse Call System

Open tender

Tokushima University is procuring a complete nurse call system for Tokushima University Hospital. The contract includes delivery by May 31, 2027, and requires proof of rapid after-sales service and maintenance capability. Bidders must have medical device sales authorization under Japanese law.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: KAWAMURA Yasuhiko, Director of the General Affairs Department, Tokushima University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare

#15 - Complete Medical Fee Payment Machine System

Open tender

Mie University is procuring a complete medical fee payment machine system for its Faculty of Medicine Hospital. The delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, and the location is Mie University Hospital. The procurement requires bidders to demonstrate a rapid after-sales service and maintenance system.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: ITŌ Masaaki, President of Mie University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare

#16 - Complete Cardiopulmonary Bypass System

Open tender

Kagawa University is procuring a complete cardiopulmonary bypass system to be delivered by March 31, 2027, for its medical school hospital. The tender requires suppliers to have rapid after-sale service and maintenance capabilities and a license for selling medical devices under Japanese law.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 27, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Natsuo Ueda, President Kagawa University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#17 - 4K Arthroscopic System for Oita University Hospital

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete 4K arthroscopic system to be delivered to Oita University Hospital by March 31, 2027. Eligible bidders must meet specific qualifications including rapid after-sale service capability and medical device sales authorization under Japanese law.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Shiro Oda, The Obligating Officer Executive Director, National University Corporation Oita University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#18 - Use of Wiley Online Library electronic journals

Open tender

Chiba University is procuring the use of the Wiley Online Library electronic journals for the period from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2027. The procurement includes one set of access rights to these electronic journals, to be fulfilled at the Nishi Chiba Campus. Participation requires meeting specific qualification criteria and submitting bids by November 13, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 13, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Osamu Tabata, The Obligating Officer Administration Bureau Chiba University
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Digitization, Software and Information Systems

#19 - Integrated Server System Rental

Open tender

The University of Osaka is soliciting bids for the rental of an integrated server system for the Graduate School of Engineering. The rental period is from December 1, 2027, to November 30, 2032. Bidders must demonstrate the ability to rent the system directly or through a third party and provide maintenance support.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 6, 2026, 17:15 JST
  • Procuring entity: KUMANOGOH Atsushi President, The University of Osaka
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cloud

#20 - Purchase of test equipment for measurement device development and design study for ITER blanket remote maintenance system baseline compliance

Open tender

This procurement covers two main items: (1) the purchase of test equipment for the development of measurement devices, and (2) a design study related to the new baseline compliance of the ITER blanket remote maintenance system. Delivery deadlines and locations are specified in the specifications. The procurement is conducted by the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology, Naka Fusion Institute.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: December 4, 2026, 13:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yamanou Hiroyuki, Director of the Management Department, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology, Naka Fusion Institute
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#21 - Open Source Due Diligence Licenses for Security Integrity

Open tender

Procurement of a set of open source due diligence licenses related to security integrity by the National University Corporation Tokai National Higher Education and Research System. The delivery deadline is February 1, 2027, and the delivery location will be specified by the Chancellor. Participation requires meeting specific qualification criteria and rapid after-sale service and maintenance capabilities.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 28, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Seiichi Matsuo, Chancellor, National University Corporation Tokai National Higher Education and Research System
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity
Irrelevant / Expired Opportunities (30)

#1 - RMS Improvement Work for Vehicle Department Employee Database Migration

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns the RMS improvement work required for migrating the vehicle department employee database at Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd. The contract is a single tendering procedure awarded to Hitachi, Ltd. The scheduled contract date is October 19, 2026, with a contract price of 75,845,000 yen.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: October 19, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Hitachi, Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: OGINO Tomohisa, Director of the Vehicle Department, Railway Headquarters, Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd.
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#2 - Operation, Maintenance, and Cloud Service for National Forest Information Management System FY2027

Request for comments

This procurement concerns the operation, maintenance, and cloud service provision for the National Forest Information Management System for fiscal year 2027 (April 2027 to March 2028). The Forestry Agency invites comments on the draft specifications. The service includes cloud-based components and system upkeep.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 7, 2026
  • Procuring entity: NAGASAKIYA Keita, Director of the Forestry Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cloud, Government Systems

#3 - FY2026 METI Information Security Audit and Related Services Contract

Open tender

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) seeks contractors to perform information security audits and related services in FY2026. The work includes objective audits of internal department rules and information system security measures based on METI's security policies and standards. The contract requires compliance with government unified cybersecurity standards and involves both document-based and interview-based audits of multiple departments and systems.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 13, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: TAMAI Yuko, Director of the Accounting Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Government Systems

#4 - Support for Drafting Technical Report on Quantum Sensing Technology

Open tender

This procurement is for support services to prepare a draft technical report on the evaluation method of magnetic properties of NV diamond for magnetic sensors, based on a draft by AIST. The work includes technical content reinforcement, literature review, organization, terminology, figures, and editing according to ISO/IEC document rules to produce a draft suitable for international committee review. The contract performance deadline is December 28, 2026, at the AIST Tsukuba Center.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hashimoto Takuya, Director of Procurement Department, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Quantum

#5 - Support Services for Revision of Digital Skill Standards

Open tender

This procurement is for support services related to the revision of digital skill standards. The contract details, performance period, and bidding method are specified in the bidding documents. The procurement is conducted by the Innovation Platform Agency, Japan (IPA) through an open competitive bidding process.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 19, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Innovation Platform Agency, Japan (IPA)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Digital Transformation

#6 - SiPM Readout Circuits for CATCH Detector, 30 Units

Open tender

Procurement of 30 SiPM readout circuits for the CATCH detector by the High Energy Accelerator Research Organization (KEK). The tender is an open competitive bid with detailed specifications provided upon request. The contract amount will be calculated as 100/110 of the bid price.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 28, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: ASAI Yoshihito, Director of the High Energy Accelerator Research Organization
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Semiconductor, Research

#7 - Integrated Hospital Information System for Rent

Request for comments

Nagasaki University requests comments on draft specifications for renting an integrated hospital information system. The system is intended for comprehensive hospital information management. Comments are due by October 7, 2026, and a briefing session will be held on September 29, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 7, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: NAGANAGA Yasutake, Director of the General Affairs Department, Nagasaki University
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Healthcare, Software and Information Systems

#8 - Radio Focus Guide Wire - 441 Items

Open tender

Procurement of 441 items of Radio Focus Guide Wire for the Defense Medical College Hospital. The contract is a unit price purchase contract with delivery to the Defense Medical College Hospital by March 31, 2027. Participation requires compliance with Defense Ministry procurement qualifications and relevant medical device permits.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 16, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Iwata Kazuaki, Director of the General Affairs Department, Defense Medical College
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#9 - Purchase of Electrodes for Long-Term Brain Activity Recording

Open tender

National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST) invites open competitive bids for the purchase of electrodes used for long-term recording of brain activity. The contract performance deadline is February 26, 2027, and the place of performance is as specified in the tender documents. Tender documents were available by request via email or at the specified location until October 7, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 8, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#10 - Pulse Waveform Generator

Open tender

Procurement of a pulse waveform generator by RIKEN, a national research and development agency. The notice is for the purchase of this specific scientific instrument. The deadline for submission is October 6, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 6, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#11 - Procurement of User Information System Implementation

Open tender

This procurement is for the implementation of a user information system at the Beppu Severe Disability Center under the National Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities. The contract period is from the signing date until December 15, 2026, with performance at the Beppu Severe Disability Center. The procurement will be conducted via open competitive bidding with specific qualification requirements.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 29, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Maki Shuichiro, Director of General Affairs, Beppu Severe Disability Center, National Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#12 - Procurement and Logistics Management of Planned Medical Materials

Request for comments

The National Cancer Center has completed draft specifications for the procurement and logistics management of planned medical materials and quantities. Comments on the draft are invited by October 5, 2026. The procurement is planned for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: September 16, 2026
  • Procuring entity: Mano Hiroyuki, Director of the National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare

#13 - Ion Milling Equipment

Open tender

Procurement of an ion milling device intended for sample preparation to observe the microstructure of separator material oxide films on stainless steel substrates and the cross-sectional microstructure near the interface with carbon-based materials using SEM. Delivery deadline is February 26, 2027, to the Tsukuba Center Central Office of the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 15, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hashimoto Takuya, Director of Procurement Department, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#14 - Integration of Ultra-Low Temperature Cryo-CMOS Model PDK for Superconducting Quantum Computer Control Circuit Design

Open tender

This procurement is for the integration of an ultra-low temperature Cryo-CMOS model (including MOSFET transistor devices and passive elements) into a specified semiconductor process Process Design Kit (PDK). The purpose is to enable electrical circuit simulation and design of superconducting quantum computer control circuits considering process structure characteristics. The work is to be performed at the Tsukuba Center of the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology by March 10, 2027.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Tender document receipt deadline: September 29, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hashimoto Takuya, Director of Procurement Department, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Quantum, Semiconductor

#15 - Inspection of Artificial Heart-Lung Machine

Open tender

The National Defense Medical College is soliciting bids for inspection services of an artificial heart-lung machine used at its hospital. The contract includes service provision according to specified requirements, with delivery by March 31, 2027. Participation requires compliance with Ministry of Defense qualification standards and other specified conditions.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 19, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: IWATA Kazuaki, Director of the General Affairs Department, National Defense Medical College
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#16 - High-Temperature Tensile Observation Device Complete Set

Open tender

National University Corporation Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo) is soliciting bids for a complete set of a high-temperature tensile observation device. The delivery deadline is March 17, 2027, to the Yokohama campus R2-C building, 1st floor. The procurement follows a lowest-price bid method with specific qualification requirements for participants.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 15, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#17 - High-Performance Liquid Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer

Open tender

Procurement of a high-performance liquid chromatograph mass spectrometer by RIKEN. The equipment is intended for advanced scientific research applications. The fulfillment period and location will be determined according to the specifications.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 6, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#18 - Fully Automated Capillary Western System

Open tender

Procurement of a fully automated capillary western system for the National Cancer Center. Delivery and performance are required by February 26, 2027, at the National Cancer Center and contract performance locations. The contract will be awarded by lowest price bid method with specific cost calculation rules.

  • Listed on KKJ: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 13, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Manno Hiroyuki, Director of the National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#19 - Finance Lease for System-Related Equipment by Bank of Japan

Open tender

Bank of Japan invites competitive bids for a finance lease of system-related equipment. The lease term is 48 months, with installation at the Fuchu Annex and Osaka Branch. Bidders must register on the Bank of Japan electronic bidding system and meet specified qualification criteria.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 28, 2026, 17:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: Director of the System Information Bureau, Bank of Japan
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems

#20 - Feasibility Study for Recycling Management Info Platform (RMP) Use in Critical Minerals

Open tender

This procurement is for a feasibility study regarding the use of the Recycling Management Information Platform (RMP) for critical minerals. The contract details, execution period, and bidding method are specified in the bid documents. The procuring entity is the Innovation Platform Agency, Japan (IPA).

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 14, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yamamoto Honzo, Digital & AI Systems Design Center, Innovation Platform Agency, Japan
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Digitization, Digital Transformation

#21 - FY2026 Industrial Cybersecurity Enhancement Project: ASEAN Market Survey for Japanese Cybersecurity Firms

Open tender

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry seeks a contractor to conduct a survey aimed at expanding the market for Japanese cybersecurity companies in the ASEAN region. The project involves interviews and demonstrations with manufacturers and system integrators in Thailand and other ASEAN countries, analysis of business models, and formulation of recommendations for government and private sector support. The contract includes strict information security requirements.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 14, 2026, 13:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: TAMAI Yuko, Director of the Accounting Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

#22 - Creation of Coastal and Land-Joined DEM for Miura Peninsula Fault Group (Southern)

Open tender

This procurement is for the creation of a detailed digital elevation model (DEM) using airborne laser scanning and bathymetric data for two areas around Miura City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The work involves integrating terrestrial and seabed topographic data to produce the DEM. The performance deadline is February 26, 2027, and the location is specified in the attached specifications.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 15, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hashimoto Takuya, Director of Procurement Department, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Data

#23 - Construction of MSII Open System Network and Information System Relocation

Open tender

This procurement is for the relocation of information systems and the construction of the MSII open system network at the Kanoya Air Base of the Maritime Self-Defense Force. The contract includes one complete set as specified, with delivery and implementation by January 29, 2027. Participation requires compliance with specified qualification criteria and submission of bids by October 20, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 20, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Ishida Kohei, Director of the Accounting Unit, KANoya Air Base, Maritime Self-Defense Force
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom, Government Systems

#24 - Complete Set of Scanning Probe Microscope

Open tender

National University Corporation Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo) invites competitive bids for a complete set of scanning probe microscope. Delivery deadline is February 26, 2027, to the Yokohama campus basement floor. The procurement follows a lowest-price winning bid method.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 15, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#25 - Complete Drug Department System

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete drug department system for the National University Corporation Ehime University Hospital. Delivery deadline is October 31, 2027, and the system will be installed at the Ehime University Medical School Hospital. The procurement requires proof of rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities and medical device sales authorization.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 19, 2026, 17:15 JST
  • Procuring entity: NINSHINA Hiroshige, Director of the General Affairs Department, National University Corporation Ehime University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#26 - Complete Doctor Car Set for Takasaki General Medical Center

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete doctor car set for the National Hospital Organization Takasaki General Medical Center. Delivery is required by March 31, 2027, and the contract will be awarded based on the lowest valid bid within the specified price range. The procurement includes detailed specifications and requires bidders to have appropriate qualifications and permits related to medical devices and pharmaceuticals.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Ogawa Satoshi, Director of National Hospital Organization Takasaki General Medical Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#27 - CW Laser Light Source and Optical Propagation Analyzer

Open tender

Procurement of a tunable CW laser light source and an optical propagation analyzer for evaluating optical integrated circuits. The equipment will be delivered to the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology Tsukuba Center by March 26, 2027. Specifications are detailed in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 14, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hashimoto Takuya, Director of Procurement Department, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#28 - Requirement Study for Renewal of Procurement Goods, Services and Quantity Paid Fund Cooperation System

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns a requirement study for the renewal of the procurement goods, services, and quantity paid fund cooperation system. The contract is planned as a sole-source agreement with NTT DATA Corporation due to technical reasons precluding competition. The scheduled contract date is October 16, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: October 16, 2026
  • Intended vendor: NTT DATA Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Independent Administrative Institution Japan International Cooperation Agency - Director Mitsui Yuko
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Government Systems

#29 - Procurement Support, Requirements Definition, and General Programming Language Rewriting Support for MHLW Statistical Processing System Renewal (Phase 3)

Request for comments

This procurement concerns support services for procurement, requirements definition, and rewriting of general-purpose programming languages related to the renewal (phase 3) of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's statistical processing system. The notice invites opinions on the draft specifications. The submission deadline is October 7, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 7, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Naoki Ikegami, Director of the Accounting Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Government Systems

#30 - Complete Education and Research Information System with Borrowed Items and Quantities

Request for comments

Yamanashi University has completed drafting specifications for a complete education and research information system including borrowed items and quantities. Opinions on the draft specifications are invited by October 9, 2026. A briefing session will be held on September 28, 2026, both in-person and online.

  • Publication date: September 16, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 9, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: NAKAMURA Kazuhiko, President of Yamanashi University
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

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