Japan Tenders - September 17, 2026

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

  • Notices scanned: 83
  • Relevant (shown): 34 (18 active, 0 sole-source notices, 16 expired)
  • Removed (low relevance / no match): 49
  • Tags: AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data, Digital Transformation, Digitization, Government Systems, HPC, Healthcare, Medical, Quantum, Research, Semiconductor, Software, Telecom

Active opportunities

#1 - Research and Study Services for FY2026 Chemical Substance Environmental Survey Database System

Open tender

This procurement is for comprehensive research and study services related to the Chemical Substance Environmental Survey Database System for fiscal year 2026. The contract includes all necessary work for the investigation and examination related to the system. The performance deadline is March 31, 2027, and the place of performance is specified in the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 10, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: HATOMOTO Hisashi, Director of the Accounting Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of the Environment
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Data

#2 - Core Network Equipment Set for National Institute for Environmental Studies

Open tender

Procurement of a set of core network equipment for the National Institute for Environmental Studies to replace and enhance the current network system. The system will feature at least 1 GbE Ethernet, with high-speed connections of 10 GbE and link aggregation for heavy data transfer points, and will support advanced security measures including zero-trust and microsegmentation. The procurement method is borrowing, with implementation planned for Q4 of fiscal year 2027.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline
  • Procuring entity: Nishimura Taku, Director of the Chubu Regional Development Bureau
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Telecom, Cloud

#3 - Construction (Basic Design) of Next Cross-Ministerial R&D Management System (e-Rad)

Open tender

This tender is for the construction including the basic design of the next-generation cross-ministerial research and development management system named e-Rad. The procurement includes submission of technical proposals and will be evaluated by comprehensive assessment. Fulfillment period and location will be specified in the bid explanation documents.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 27, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: KIMURA Naohito, Director-General for Science, Technology and Innovation Policy
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Government Systems

#4 - Update and Maintenance of Time Servers

Open tender

The National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) is procuring the replacement and maintenance of time servers to continue providing accurate time information to its network infrastructure. The contract includes updating the time servers by March 31, 2027, and maintenance from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2032, at the Tsukuba Center Central Office.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 26, 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: Telecom

#5 - Service Provision for On-Premises Internet Equipment

Open tender

This procurement is for service provision related to on-premises internet equipment by the Local Government Information Systems Organization. The contract involves design, construction, and operation experience with internet equipment. Participation requires specific national qualifications and certifications including ISO9001 and ISMS (JISQ27001). A confidentiality pledge is required to receive the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 9, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Shiibashi Akio, Director of the Local Government Information Systems Organization
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems, Cloud

#6 - Self-Assessment Support System Modification Work

Open tender

The Welfare and Medical Service Agency (WAM) is soliciting bids for modification work on its Self-Assessment Support System. The procurement will be conducted via open competitive bidding using a comprehensive evaluation method based on technical proposals and bid prices. Submission of proposals and bids must comply with the detailed instructions and specifications provided separately.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Participation application deadline: November 16, 2026, 14:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Welfare and Medical Service Agency (WAM)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#7 - Purchase of Virtual Data Highway Construction Training System and 3 Other Items

Open tender

This procurement is for the purchase of a Virtual Data Highway Construction Training System and three additional items as specified. The delivery location is the Tokyo Metropolitan College of Industrial Technology (Shinagawa Campus), with completion by March 31, 2027. The procurement will be conducted via open competitive bidding.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 28, 2026, 13:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: Tokyo Metropolitan Public University Corporation
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#8 - Purchase of Vector Network Analyzer and 26 Other Items

Open tender

This procurement is for the purchase of a vector network analyzer and 26 additional items as specified. The delivery location is the Tokyo Metropolitan College of Industrial Technology (Shinagawa Campus). The contract completion date is March 26, 2027. Participation requires registration in the relevant category and qualification in Tokyo's competitive bidding system.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 28, 2026, 13:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: Tokyo Metropolitan Public University Corporation - YASUI
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#9 - Purchase of Remote Operation System for Electron Microscope

Open tender

The National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST) is procuring a remote operation system for an electron microscope according to the provided specifications. The system is to be delivered and implemented at the Rokkasho Fusion Energy Research Institute in Aomori Prefecture by March 19, 2027. Tender documents are available until October 13, 2026, and the bid submission deadline is November 9, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 9, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#10 - Purchase of Gas Chromatography Device for IFMIF/EVEDA Prototype Accelerator Cryogenic System

Open tender

This procurement is for the purchase of a gas chromatography device to be used in the cryogenic system of the IFMIF/EVEDA prototype accelerator. The contract performance deadline is March 19, 2027, and the delivery location is the Rokkasho Fusion Energy Research Institute in Aomori Prefecture. Tender documents are available until October 14, 2026, and bids must be submitted by November 9, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 9, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#11 - Provision and Maintenance of WAN Lines for Automotive Registration Inspection System

Open tender

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism seeks provision and maintenance services for WAN lines supporting the Automotive Registration Inspection Electronic Information Processing System. The system connects data centers, cloud services, and various operational sites including transport bureaus and inspection locations. The contract includes installation, testing, operation support, and disaster response for WAN lines until March 2031.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 27, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: FUNAMOTO Hiroshi, Director of the Logistics and Automobile Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom, Government Systems, Cybersecurity

#12 - Project Management for Construction of Next-Gen Cross-Ministerial R&D System (e-Rad)

Open tender

This tender is for comprehensive project management services related to the high-level design phase of the next-generation Cross-Ministerial Research and Development Management System (e-Rad). The contract includes all necessary costs and requires submission of a technical proposal evaluated by a comprehensive assessment method. Fulfillment period and location will be defined in the bid explanation documents.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 26, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: KIMURA Naohito, Director-General for Science, Technology and Innovation Policy
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Government Systems, Software and Information Systems

#13 - IVR-CT Devices (Imaging Rooms 17 and 18) for FY2024-25 Medical Equipment Investment

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of two IVR-CT devices for imaging rooms 17 and 18 as part of the FY2024-25 medical equipment investment at the National Cancer Center Central Hospital. Delivery is required by December 31, 2027. The contract will be awarded by comprehensive evaluation, and bidders must include all related expenses in their proposals.

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

#14 - High-Frequency Circuit Evaluation Measurement System

Open tender

Procurement of a complete high-frequency circuit evaluation measurement system by the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST). Delivery deadline is February 26, 2027, with location and detailed specifications defined in the bidding documents. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest valid bid within the price limit plus 10%.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#15 - Design and Renovation of the Transportation Safety Board Website and Report Search System

Open tender

This procurement is for the design and renovation of the Transportation Safety Board's website and report search system to include a new mode for autonomous vehicle accident investigations. The work includes system design, development of search functions, database integration, and web design updates, with a completion deadline of March 26, 2027. Confidentiality obligations apply to information obtained during contract execution.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: New participation closed; bidding limited to approved suppliers
  • Deadline: Latest permitted bid route: October 28, 2026, 11:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Ono Tatsu, Director of the Transportation Safety Board Secretariat
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Digitization, Government Systems

#16 - Provision of server infrastructure for FY2026-2030 financial accounting and asset management systems

Open tender

This procurement is for providing server infrastructure to support the financial accounting system and asset management system from fiscal year 2026 through 2030. The detailed specifications, fulfillment deadlines, and locations are defined in the procurement specifications. Bidders must meet the national unified qualification standards for service provision for fiscal year 2026.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 23, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Tsuji Hiroji, Director of Procurement Department, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems

#17 - Modification of督促手続オンラインシステム for New Encryption Algorithm

Open tender

This procurement is for comprehensive modifications to the督促手続オンラインシステム (Demand Procedure Online System) to support a new encryption algorithm and related improvements. The specifications and execution details will be provided in the bidding documents. The contract award will be based on a comprehensive evaluation of proposals meeting mandatory performance and functional requirements.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: December 8, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Sometani Takenobu, Director of the General Affairs Department, Supreme Court Secretariat
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems

#18 - Construction, Operation and Maintenance of Phase 3 Information Infrastructure System

Open tender

This tender is for the comprehensive construction, operation, and maintenance services of the Phase 3 Information Infrastructure System by the National Institute of Intellectual Property. The contract period is from the signing date until January 31, 2033, with possible adjustments within legal and budgetary limits. The bid evaluation includes technical compliance and a comprehensive assessment method.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 17, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Watanabe Osamu, Director of the National Institute of Intellectual Property
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Government Systems
Irrelevant / Expired Opportunities (16)

#1 - Supply of Tablet Devices, Related Equipment, and AI PCs for Correctional Network System FY2026

Open tender

This tender is for the supply of tablet devices, related equipment, and AI PCs for the Correctional Integrated Information and Telecommunications Network System for fiscal year 2026. Delivery location and period will be specified in the contract documents. Participation requires meeting specified qualification criteria.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 13, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: FUJITA Masato, Obligating officer Director of the Finance Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Justice
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: AI, Telecom

#2 - Design and Development for Pharmaceutical FD Application Website Migration and SaaS Electronic Application Software

Request for comments

This procurement concerns the design and development work for migrating the pharmaceutical FD application website and converting electronic application software to a SaaS model. The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare invites comments on the draft specifications by October 21, 2026. The procurement involves software development and system migration tasks.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 21, 2026
  • Procuring entity: UCHIYAMA Hiroyuki, Director of the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Cloud, Healthcare

#3 - Research on Educational Data Platform Using AI for Diverse Learning

Open tender

This procurement is for research related to an educational data platform that utilizes AI to support diverse learning. The contract includes investigation and study tasks with a completion deadline of March 31, 2027. The place of performance will be designated by the responsible official.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 9, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Mori Takeshi, Director of the Elementary and Secondary Education Bureau, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: AI, Data

#4 - RGB Camera for Motion Capture Measurement and Control System

Open tender

Procurement of an RGB camera set for a motion capture measurement and control system by the Independent Administrative Institution for Worker Safety and Health. Delivery is required by February 26, 2027, to the VR experiment room at the Comprehensive Research Institute for Occupational Safety and Health in Kiyose, Tokyo. The contract amount must include all expenses necessary to fulfill the work, with bid prices calculated as 100/110 of the estimated contract amount.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 21, 2026, 18:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: OHTANI Katsutoshi, Director of Contracting, Independent Administrative Institution for Worker Safety and Health
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#5 - Provision of Learning Materials for DX Literacy Development FY2026

Open tender

Urban Renaissance Agency is procuring services for providing learning materials aimed at fostering DX literacy for FY2026. The work includes distribution of learning content and management of participant progress and results using a Learning Management System (LMS) certified with ISO/IEC27017 or equivalent security standards. The contract period is from the day after contract signing until March 12, 2027, to be performed at the Yokohama Island Tower in Kanagawa Prefecture.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: TAHARA Hiroyuki, Director of the General Affairs Department, Urban Renaissance Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation

#6 - PXI Measurement System

Open tender

Procurement of a PXI measurement system by RIKEN, a national research and development agency. The notice is for the acquisition of measurement equipment based on the PXI platform.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 7, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#7 - PDT Semiconductor Laser System for Medical Equipment Investment FY2026

Open tender

Procurement of a PDT semiconductor laser system 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 detailed specifications provided in the bidding documents.

  • Listed on KKJ: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 14, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Manno Hiroyuki, Director of the National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Semiconductor

#8 - Multi-channel Microwave Signal Generator

Open tender

The procurement is for a multi-channel microwave signal generator used for quantum state control and detection of superconducting qubits, as well as evaluation experiments of superconducting microwave amplifiers. The device can output continuous microwave signals simultaneously from multiple channels with high phase synchronization, supporting multi-channel qubit control and multi-input microwave measurements. Delivery is scheduled by February 26, 2027, to the Tsukuba Center of the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 21, 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

#9 - Maintenance Services for Pathological Diagnosis System

Open tender

This procurement is for maintenance services of a pathological diagnosis system at Kansai Rosai Hospital. The contract period is from November 1, 2026, to October 31, 2029. The work location is Kansai Rosai Hospital, and the bidding is by open competition with specific qualification requirements.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 21, 2026, 10:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: TAKEHARA Tetsuro, Director of Contract Affairs, Independent Administrative Institution Labor Health and Safety Organization
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#10 - Maintenance Contract for SAP Software

Open tender

Bank of Japan invites competitive bids for a one-year maintenance contract of SAP software from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2027. Eligibility requires being a SAP Japan partner company and meeting various legal and financial qualifications. The tender uses the Bank of Japan electronic bidding system with a submission deadline of September 29, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 29, 2026, 17:30 JST
  • Intended vendor: SAP Japan Co., Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: Director of the System Information Bureau, Bank of Japan
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#11 - License for Document Management System in Cloud Environment

Open tender

This procurement is a general competitive tender for licenses related to a document management system operating in a cloud environment. The tender is conducted by the City of Sapporo and includes submission and opening dates, with detailed specifications provided in attached documents.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 5, 2026, 10:15 JST
  • Procuring entity: Director of the Digital Strategy Promotion Bureau Information Systems Department, City of Sapporo
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems

#12 - GPU High-Density Workstation Complete Set

Open tender

National University Corporation Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo) is procuring a complete set of GPU high-density workstations. Delivery is required by December 28, 2026, to the Yokohama district G2 building 9th floor. Participation requires compliance with university and national qualification standards.

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

#13 - FY2026 Wireless LAN Environment Construction Service Contract

Open tender

Miyazaki Prefecture invites bids for the construction of a wireless LAN environment for fiscal year 2026. The contract period is from the contract signing date until January 29, 2027. Bidders must have completed network construction projects for national or local governments since 2021 and meet specified qualification criteria.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 13, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Miyazaki Prefecture
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom

#14 - Basic study on verifying trust and authenticity of digital data from SHM technology

Open tender

This procurement is for a basic study to verify the trust and authenticity of digital data generated by structural health monitoring (SHM) technology. The contract period is from the day after contract signing until March 12, 2027, with performance location to be determined as appropriate. Participation requires prior qualification and submission of documents via the electronic procurement system or paper.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 16, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hoshikuma Junichi, Director of the National Institute for Land and Infrastructure Management, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Data, Cloud, Research

#15 - Additional Laser for Optical Stimulation

Open tender

Procurement of an additional laser device intended for optical stimulation purposes. The notice is issued by RIKEN, a national research and development agency in Japan. The deadline for submission is October 8, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 8, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#16 - Campus Information Network System Complete Set and Quantity Introduction Plan

Open tender

This procurement is for a complete set of campus information network system equipment and quantities under an introduction plan. The system must support existing HINET zone configurations, provide over 100Gbps core network bandwidth, 10Gbps for branch networks, redundancy, security functions, and operational automation. The procurement method is leasing, with planned introduction from April 2028 onward.

  • Publication date: September 17, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 19, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: NISHIMURA Taku, Director of the Chubu Regional Development Bureau
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom, Cybersecurity

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