Japan Tenders - September 25, 2026

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

  • Notices scanned: 67
  • Relevant (shown): 34 (18 active, 0 sole-source notices, 16 expired)
  • Removed (low relevance / no match): 33
  • Tags: AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Government Systems, HPC, Healthcare, Medical, Research, Software, Telecom

Active opportunities

#1 - Purchase of Training Equipment (PC Software BIM) for Nagasaki Vocational Dev Center

Open tender

This tender is for the purchase of training equipment consisting of PC software using BIM technology for the Nagasaki Vocational Ability Development Promotion Center. Delivery deadline is January 29, 2027, and specifications are provided in the tender documents. Participation requires meeting specified qualification criteria.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 16, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Takeshi Takeuchi, Branch Manager, Nagasaki Branch, Japan Organization for Employment of the Elderly, Persons with Disabilities and Job Seekers
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#2 - Proof of Concept for Generative AI Use in Court Administration

Open tender

This procurement is for a proof of concept and related tasks involving the use of generative AI in court administration. The detailed specifications, performance, and functional requirements will be provided in the bidding documents. The contract period and location will be determined according to the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: December 14, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: SOMETANI Takenobu, Director of the General Affairs Department, Supreme Court Secretariat
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: AI

#3 - Purchase of moconavi Software Licenses FY2026

Open tender

East Nippon Expressway Company Limited is procuring a complete set of moconavi software licenses for fiscal year 2026. The procurement uses a quotation-utilization method to set contract price limits based on submitted estimates. Delivery deadlines and locations will be as specified in the official specifications.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 26, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: YOSHIOKA Mikio, President of East Nippon Expressway Company Limited
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#4 - Ultra-wideband Millimeter Wave Arbitrary Signal Generation System

Open tender

The National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology is procuring an ultra-wideband millimeter wave arbitrary signal generation system. The contract includes delivery by February 26, 2027, with details and specifications provided in the bidding documents. The procurement is conducted via open competitive bidding.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hashimoto Takuya, Director of the Procurement Department, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#5 - Purchase of Training Equipment (PC Software BIM) for Nagasaki Polytechnic Center

Open tender

This tender is for the purchase of training equipment consisting of PC software for BIM (Building Information Modeling) at the Nagasaki Polytechnic Center. The contract requires delivery by January 29, 2027, with specifications and delivery location defined in the tender documents. Participation requires meeting certain eligibility criteria set by the Japan Organization for Employment of the Elderly, Persons with Disabilities and Job Seekers.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 16, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kazushige Takeuchi, Manager, Nagasaki Branch, Japan Organization for Employment of the Elderly, Persons with Disabilities and Job Seekers
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#6 - Purchase and Installation Adjustment of Seismic Waveform Machine Learning Device

Open tender

The Meteorological Research Institute under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism is procuring a seismic waveform machine learning device including purchase, installation, adjustment, data migration, and removal of old equipment. The system supports research on earthquake activity, seismic motion, and tsunami monitoring and prediction using AI-based seismic wave identification methods. Delivery and installation are to be completed by March 31, 2027, at the Meteorological Research Institute in Tsukuba.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 23, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kamaya Noriko, Director of the Meteorological Research Institute, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: AI, HPC, Cybersecurity

#7 - Physiological Examination Filing System Data Migration

Notice

This procurement is for the complete data migration of a physiological examination filing system at Kumamoto Rosai Hospital. The contract period is from the signing date until March 31, 2027, with delivery location designated by the contracting officer. The specifications will be provided separately by the contracting officer.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 26, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kumamoto Rosai Hospital, Independent Administrative Institution Labor Health and Safety Organization
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare, Software and Information Systems

#8 - Pathology Testing System Data Migration Complete Package

Notice

This procurement is for the complete data migration of a pathology testing system at Kumamoto Rosai Hospital. The contract period is from the contract signing date until March 31, 2027, with delivery location designated by the contracting officer. The contract amount includes all expenses necessary for the work, and bidding follows specific pricing rules.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 26, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Independent Administrative Institution, Kumamoto Rosai Hospital, Director Masao Matsuoka
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Healthcare, Software and Information Systems

#9 - Network Load Balancer Set

Open tender

National University Corporation Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo) is soliciting bids for a complete network load balancer system. The delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, and the installation location is Building 9, Ishikawadai campus. The procurement will be conducted by open competitive bidding with a lowest-price winning method.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 26, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom

#10 - Direct Current Synthesis Device

Open tender

Procurement of a direct current synthesis device designed for evaluating thermal properties of functional nanomaterials under various environments and for future resistive heating of the synthesized products. The device must include electrodes capable of supplying over 1000A, a chamber that can withstand vacuum below 1 Pa with an observation window for synthesis temperature, and compatibility with a radiation thermometer for real-time temperature measurement. Delivery is required by February 26, 2027, to the Tsukuba Center Central Office of the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 23, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hashimoto Takuya, Director of the Procurement Department, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#11 - Custom Camera Manufacturing

Open tender

This tender is for the manufacturing of a custom camera as specified in the bidding documents. Delivery is required by March 31, 2027, with location details provided in the specifications. Participation requires submission of qualification documents and compliance with specified regulations.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: December 1, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Osamu Fujiwara, Director of Administration Department for Kannondai 3 Area, National Agriculture and Food Research Organization
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical

#12 - Construction of Network System Equipment (File Sharing Servers) for National Printing Bureau

Notice

This tender is for the construction and installation of network system equipment, including file sharing servers and related devices, for the National Printing Bureau. The contract includes one set of equipment and associated work. Fulfillment period is until March 11, 2033, and location is as specified in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 27, 2026
  • Procuring entity: SUZUKI Yasuharu, Vice President, Financial Affairs Department, National Printing Bureau, Incorporated Administrative Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom, Software and Information Systems

#13 - Automatic dispensing system for injectable drugs

Request for comments

The National Hospital Organization Nagasaki Medical Center requests comments on draft specifications for an automatic dispensing system for injectable drugs. The system and quantities planned for introduction are specified, and the draft specifications are available for review until November 9, 2026. The detailed implementation plan will be provided in the explanatory documents.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline
  • Procuring entity: Takayama Hayato, Director of the National Hospital Organization Nagasaki Medical Center
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Medical, Healthcare

#14 - Ultra-Wideband Millimeter Wave Network Analysis System

Open tender

Procurement of an ultra-wideband millimeter wave network analysis system as a complete set by the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology. Delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, with location and detailed conditions specified in the bidding documents. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest valid bid within the estimated price range.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 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: Telecom

#15 - Purchase of UiPath Flex Attended and Automation Developer RPA Licenses

Open tender

This tender is for the purchase of 176 UiPath Flex Attended (execution) licenses and 8 UiPath Flex Automation Developer (development) licenses. Delivery location and schedule will be as specified by the Japan Health Insurance Association. Participation requires meeting specific qualification criteria set by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 16, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroyasu Kitagawa, the Chief Director, Japan Health Insurance Association
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#16 - Integrated Human Resources and Payroll System

Open tender

The National University Corporation Hokkaido University is procuring an integrated human resources and payroll system. The contract period is from February 1, 2027 to March 31, 2034, with fulfillment details specified in the tender documentation. Bidders must meet qualification criteria and submit performance, functionality, and technical documents for comprehensive evaluation.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: HOUKIN Kiyohiro, President, The National University Corporation Hokkaido University
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#17 - Final Phase Revision of FY2026 Type Approval and Recall Division System

Open tender

This procurement is for the final phase of system revision for the Type Approval and Recall Division under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism for fiscal year 2026. The contract includes all related expenses and the delivery period is from contract signing until March 31, 2027. The delivery location will be specified by the Ministry.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 17, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: HUNAMOTO Hiroshi Director General, Logistics and Road Transport Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transportand Tourism
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Government Systems, Software and Information Systems

#18 - Construction of Network System Equipment (File Sharing Servers etc.) for National Printing Bureau

Open tender

This procurement is for the construction and delivery of network system equipment including file sharing servers for the National Printing Bureau. The contract includes submission of technical proposals and will be awarded by comprehensive evaluation. The performance deadline is March 11, 2033, and the location and detailed specifications are defined in the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: November 27, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yasuaki Suzuki, Director of Finance, National Printing Bureau
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems
Irrelevant / Expired Opportunities (16)

#1 - Verification for Practical Operation of Generative AI Platform in Customs Work

Request for comments

Tokyo Customs invites comments on the draft specifications for verification related to the practical operation of a generative AI platform in customs operations. The draft specifications will be available from September 25 to October 15, 2026, with a submission deadline for comments on October 16, 2026. A confidentiality pledge is required to receive the draft specifications.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: ARAMAKI Hidetoshi, Director of the General Affairs Department, Tokyo Customs
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: AI

#2 - Provision and Operation/Maintenance of Cloud Infrastructure for Civil Trial Document E-Submission System

Request for comments

This notice requests comments on the draft specifications for the provision, operation, and maintenance of a cloud infrastructure supporting the civil trial document electronic submission system. The procuring entity is the Supreme Court Administrative Bureau. The deadline for submitting comments is October 16, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 16, 2026
  • Procuring entity: SOMETANI Takenobu, Director of the General Affairs Department, Supreme Court Administrative Bureau
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Government Systems

#3 - Project Management Support for Design and Development of GovCloud Migration and Renewal of FY9-10 Education Training Benefits Info Management/Search System

Request for comments

This notice requests comments on the draft specifications for project management support services related to the design and development for migrating and renewing the FY9-10 Education Training Benefits Information Management and Search System to the Government Cloud. The procuring entity is the Employment Insurance Division of the Employment Security Bureau, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. The deadline for submitting comments is October 15, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 15, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: HORI Yasuo, Director of Employment Insurance Division, Employment Security Bureau, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Government Systems, Software and Information Systems

#4 - Cloud Service Implementation for Hotel Business System Replacement

Request for comments

The Japan Private School Promotion and Mutual Aid Corporation requests comments on draft specifications for procuring cloud services related to replacing their hotel business system. The draft specifications are available from September 25 to October 16, 2026, with comments due by October 16, 2026, 3:00 PM.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 16, 2026
  • Procuring entity: FUKUHARA Norihiko, Director of Japan Private School Promotion and Mutual Aid Corporation
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems

#5 - Development and Modification of IT System for Young Researchers

Sole-source notice

Hiroshima University plans to contract with SRA West Japan Co., Ltd. for the development and modification of an IT system aimed at young researchers, including LPF function development and event function modifications. The contract is a single tendering procedure due to absence of competition for technical reasons, with award expected on October 21, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: October 21, 2026
  • Intended vendor: SRA West Japan Co., Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: FUJII Takashi, Accounting Group, Department of Financial Affairs, Hiroshima University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems

#6 - Design, Development, and Operation of Education Training Benefits Info System Cloud Migration

Request for comments

This procurement concerns the design, development, and operation & maintenance of the Education Training Benefits information management and search system, including its migration to the Government Cloud and system renewal for fiscal years 2027 to 2029. The procuring entity is the Employment Insurance Division of the Employment Security Bureau, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. The deadline for submitting comments on the draft specifications is October 15, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: October 15, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hori Yasuo, Director of Employment Insurance Division, Employment Security Bureau, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cloud, Software and Information Systems, Government Systems

#7 - Two-Dimensional Wide-Angle Scattering Chamber Set

Open tender

Procurement of a complete set of a two-dimensional wide-angle scattering chamber by the High Energy Accelerator Research Organization (KEK). The contract will be awarded by open competitive bidding with detailed specifications available from the Finance Department Contract Section. The deadline for receipt of specifications and bids is October 5, 2026.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 5, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yoshihito Asai, Director of the High Energy Accelerator Research Organization
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#8 - Survey on Damage and Countermeasures of Counterfeit Goods Due to Generative AI Development

Notice

Japan External Trade Organization is procuring a survey concerning damage caused by counterfeit goods related to the development of generative AI and corresponding countermeasures. The contract period is from the signing date until February 26, 2027.

  • Listed on KKJ: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 16, 2026
  • Procuring entity: Fukuda Masahiro, Deputy Director General, Japan External Trade Organization
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: AI

#9 - Spatial Light Phase Modulator

Open tender

Procurement of a spatial light phase modulator by RIKEN, a national research and development agency. The notice is for the acquisition of this optical device used in advanced research applications.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 13, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: RIKEN, National Research and Development Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#10 - Procurement of Software Suite for Next-Gen Integrated Info Comm System and Next Integrated Info Management System Common Info Infrastructure Design and Construction

Open tender

This procurement is for a complete software suite to design and construct the common information infrastructure integrating the next-generation integrated information communication system and the next integrated information management system for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The contract includes licenses for Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC, Windows Server 2025 Device CAL, Office LTSC Professional Plus 2024, Deep Security Malware Prevention, SKYSEA Client View Enterprise Edition, iDoperation SC screen recording software, USB HardLocker 5, and DatacloningWizard for Workstation, all for 12 terminals with maintenance services. Delivery deadline is October 30, 2026, to a location designated by the responsible official.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 16, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Sugawara Kiyoyuki, Director of the Accounting Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Government Systems

#11 - High-Resolution X-ray Image Detection Unit

Open tender

Procurement of a high-resolution X-ray image detection unit by the National Institute of RIKEN. The notice does not specify additional details about the specifications or usage environment.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 13, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institute of RIKEN
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research, Medical

#12 - Genome Data Analysis Workstation

Open tender

Procurement of a workstation dedicated to genome data analysis by the National Research and Development Corporation RIKEN. The notice is brief and specifies only the acquisition of this specialized workstation.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 16, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Research and Development Corporation RIKEN
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#13 - Fluorescence Microscope System

Open tender

Procurement of a fluorescence microscope system by the National Institute of RIKEN. The notice is for the acquisition of this scientific imaging equipment.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 14, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institute of RIKEN
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#14 - Execution and Data Processing of Large-Scale PIC Simulation for 1A Heavy Ion Linear Accelerator Medium-Speed Section 1

Open tender

This procurement concerns the execution and data processing of a large-scale Particle-In-Cell (PIC) simulation for the medium-speed section 1 of the 1A heavy ion linear accelerator. The work involves computational simulation and subsequent data organization related to accelerator physics.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 19, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institute of RIKEN
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#15 - Electric Inverted Microscope

Open tender

Procurement of an electric inverted microscope by the National Institute of RIKEN. The notice is brief and does not specify additional details or conditions.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 13, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Institute of RIKEN
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

#16 - Construction of Command Communication Equipment for Kanagawa Prefectural Police Headquarters

Open tender

This procurement is for the construction work of command communication equipment for the Kanagawa Prefectural Police Headquarters located in Yokohama City. The contract period is from the day after contract signing until March 26, 2027. The procurement process is an open competitive tender excluding WTO coverage, with submission via the electronic procurement system or paper if electronic submission is difficult. Confidentiality pledges are required for handling secret information.

  • Publication date: September 25, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: October 14, 2026, 10:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: National Public Safety Commission (National Police Agency)
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Telecom

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