Japan Opportunities tagged: Cybersecurity

Selected Kanpo-based opportunities classified under Cybersecurity.

Construction work for Backbone Information System (Phase 1)

Open tender

This tender is for the construction work of a backbone information system (Phase 1) for the Japan agency of Maritime Education and Training for Seafarers. The procurement includes design and construction of IT infrastructure such as servers and networks for a system with approximately 600 users.

  • Publication date: May 29, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 21, 2026, 14:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Akira Sasa, President of Japan agency of Maritime Education and Training for Seafarers
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Cybersecurity

Equipment Replacement for Market Surveillance Digital Forensic System

Open tender

The Financial Services Agency is procuring equipment replacement and related work for the Market Surveillance Digital Forensic (DF) System due to aging and performance insufficiency of existing equipment. The contract period is from signing until March 31, 2027, with fulfillment location and detailed specifications defined in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: June 19, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Mizue YAGI, Director of the Resources Management Division, Strategy Development and Management Bureau, Financial Services Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems

Procurement of Ransomware Protection Software for Endpoints (5-Year License)

Open tender

The National Cancer Center is conducting an open competitive tender for the procurement of ransomware protection software for endpoints with a 5-year license. The contract period is from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2031, and the place of performance is the National Cancer Center.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 13, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroyuki Mano, President of National Cancer Center
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems

Procurement of Servers for 2026 Cyber Response Capability Enhancement Ecosystem

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of servers related to the 2026 Cyber Response Capability Enhancement Ecosystem by the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology. Delivery deadlines and locations will be defined by the specifications.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 4, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Procurement of Software for Cybersecurity Threat Trend Research

Open tender

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is procuring software and related items for cybersecurity threat trend research. The contract period is from August 20, 2026 to August 19, 2027, with the delivery location to be specified later.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 13, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Sugawara Kiyoyuki, Director of the Accounting Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems

Purchase of Prisma Access Licenses and Maintenance Services (2026-2029)

Request for comments

This procurement concerns the purchase of Prisma Access licenses and related maintenance services for the period 2026 to 2029 by the Japan Science and Technology Agency. The notice invites comments on the draft specifications and provides details on submission deadlines and contact information. A briefing session will be held both onsite and online.

  • Publication date: May 27, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: June 18, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kondo Akihiro, Director of Procurement Office, Accounting Department, National Research and Development Agency, Japan Science and Technology Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Cloud

Acquisition of Cloud WAF Renewal License, 1 Set

Open tender

This tender is for acquiring a renewal license for a cloud-based Web Application Firewall (WAF) by the Japan Atomic Energy Agency. Delivery is required by October 1, 2026, with location and detailed conditions specified in the tender specifications. Participation requires compliance with specific eligibility criteria and submission through the electronic bidding system by August 31, 2026.

  • Publication date: June 29, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 31, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Naoya Matsumoto, Director of Financial Affairs and Contract Department, Japan Atomic Energy Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Cloud

Comprehensive Contract for Enhancing Cybersecurity Functions of Common Infrastructure

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure procures a comprehensive contract to enhance cybersecurity functions of common infrastructure. The contract is planned with Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation and scheduled for July 1, 2026. The procurement is based on compatibility requirements under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: June 11, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: July 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Comprehensive Contract for Expanding Cybersecurity Functions

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure is for a comprehensive contract to expand cybersecurity functions. The contract is planned to be awarded to Fujitsu Limited by July 1, 2026, citing compatibility under the Government Procurement Agreement. The procuring entity is the Development Bank of Japan Inc., Information Planning Department.

  • Publication date: June 11, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: July 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Fujitsu Limited
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Comprehensive Cybersecurity Function Expansion Service Contract

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure contract is for comprehensive services related to the expansion of cybersecurity functions. The contract is planned to be awarded on July 1, 2026, to Hitachi, Ltd. The procurement is justified under the Agreement on Government Procurement due to interchangeability.

  • Publication date: June 11, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: July 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Hitachi, Ltd.
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Comprehensive Cybersecurity Function Expansion Services

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure is for comprehensive services related to the expansion of cybersecurity functions. The contract is planned to be awarded to Hitachi, Ltd. The scheduled contract date is July 1, 2026.

  • Publication date: June 11, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: July 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Hitachi, Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: Kensuke YABATA, Director of Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Help Desk and Configuration Management Services for Business Terminals

Open tender

The Japan Student Services Organization is procuring comprehensive help desk and configuration management services related to business terminals. The contract period is from December 1, 2026, to November 30, 2028, with performance location and detailed requirements specified in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: June 18, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 17, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Tomoya YOSHIOKA, Director of the Japan Student Services Organization
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Cybersecurity

Information Security Audit Services for Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries FY2026

Open tender

This tender is for comprehensive information security audit services for the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries for fiscal year 2026. The contract period runs until February 26, 2027, with detailed specifications provided in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: June 9, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 6, 2026, 11:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Wataru SUDA, Counsellor (Accounting), Minister's Secretariat Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Introduction and Operation Maintenance of New Financial Accounting System

Open tender

This tender is for the introduction and comprehensive operation and maintenance of a new financial accounting system for the Independent Administrative Institution for Workers' Retirement Mutual Aid. The contract includes system implementation, ongoing support, and maintenance, with detailed requirements and execution period specified in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: June 25, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 4, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Toshika RIHAKI, Contracting Officer, Independent Administrative Institution for Workers' Retirement Mutual Aid
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Cybersecurity

Lease and Maintenance of Complete OSINT Environment System

Open tender

This procurement is for the lease and maintenance of a complete OSINT environment system by the Cabinet Satellite Information Center. Detailed specifications, execution period, and location will be provided in the bid explanation documents.

  • Publication date: June 5, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 27, 2026, 14:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yuji MUROFUSHI Deputy Director General for Management, Cabinet Satellite Intelligence Center
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Cybersecurity

Renovation Work for Fiscal Year 2026 Maintenance System

Open tender

This tender is for comprehensive renovation work on the maintenance system for fiscal year 2026 by the Urban Renaissance Agency. The contract period runs from the day after signing until July 31, 2027. The system involves server equipment running Linux OS, HiRDB DBMS, and JP1 operation management software, with requirements for ISMS or Privacy Mark certification.

  • Publication date: June 4, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 31, 2027
  • Procuring entity: Hiroyuki TAHARA, Director of the General Affairs Department, Urban Renaissance Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Cybersecurity

Migration of Individual Business Systems for UR-NE T System Replacement FY2026

Open tender

This procurement is for comprehensive services related to migrating individual business systems following the replacement of the UR-NE T system in fiscal year 2026. The contract period is from the day after signing until February 28, 2027, with fulfillment location and detailed specifications defined by the specification documents.

  • Publication date: June 4, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 29, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: HIROYUKI TAHARA Director, General Affairs Department, Incorporated Administrative AgencyʗUrban Renaissance Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Digitization

Complete Network Anomaly Detection and Blocking System

Open tender

Yamaguchi University is soliciting bids for a complete network anomaly detection and blocking system to be delivered by November 30, 2026, for installation at the Yamaguchi University ICT Infrastructure Center. The bid submission deadline is July 24, 2026.

  • Publication date: June 1, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 24, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yukio Tanizawa, President Yamaguchi University
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Procurement of Hardware for Enhancing Cybersecurity Functions

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure concerns the procurement of hardware to enhance cybersecurity functions of a common infrastructure. The contract is planned for July 1, 2026, with Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation as the intended contractor. The procurement is based on compatibility requirements under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: June 11, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: July 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Procurement of Software for Strengthening Cybersecurity Functions of Common Infrastructure

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure concerns the procurement of software aimed at enhancing cybersecurity functions of a common infrastructure. The contract is planned to be awarded on July 1, 2026, to Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation based on compatibility reasons under the Agreement on Government Procurement. The procuring entity is the Development Bank of Japan Inc.

  • Publication date: June 11, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: July 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems

Security Function Enhancement for FY2026 e-Rad R&D Management System

Sole-source notice

This procurement is for comprehensive enhancement of security functions of the FY2026 Common R&D Management System (e-Rad) used by Japanese government ministries and agencies. The contract will be awarded by single tendering to Hitachi, Ltd. due to exclusive rights protection.

  • Publication date: June 9, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: June 30, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Hitachi, Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: 科学技術・イノベーション推進事務局統括官福永哲郎
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Government Systems

Security Software Lease for MOFA Network and LAN System Upgrade

Open tender

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is soliciting bids for the lease of security software related to the renewal of its information network and LAN system. The contract period is from September 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027, with the fulfillment location to be specified by the official in charge.

  • Publication date: June 24, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 17, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kiyoyuki SUGAHARA, Director of the Financial Affairs Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Common Certification Authority Services for Next-Generation Electronic Certificate Support

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure concerns the procurement of comprehensive common certification authority services related to next-generation electronic certificate support. The contract is planned for July 28, 2026, with Cybertrust, Inc. as the intended vendor. The procurement is justified under the government procurement agreement due to lack of competition for technical reasons.

  • Publication date: July 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: July 28, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Cybertrust, Inc.
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation

Comprehensive Cybersecurity Function Expansion Services

Sole-source notice

This notice announces a single tendering procedure for comprehensive outsourcing services related to the expansion of cybersecurity functions. The contract is planned to be awarded on August 1, 2026, to KDDI Corporation under the government procurement agreement clause of compatibility. The procuring entity is the Development Bank of Japan Inc., Information Planning Department.

  • Publication date: July 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: August 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: KDDI Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Kensuke YABATA, Director of Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Comprehensive Cybersecurity Function Expansion Services

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure is for comprehensive services related to the expansion of cybersecurity functions. The contract is planned to be awarded to Fujitsu Limited on August 1, 2026, under the government procurement agreement clause of compatibility. The procuring entity is the Development Bank of Japan Inc., Information Planning Department.

  • Publication date: July 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: August 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Fujitsu Limited
  • Procuring entity: Kensuke YABATA, Director of Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Comprehensive outsourcing for expansion of cybersecurity functions

Sole-source notice

This notice announces a single tendering procedure for comprehensive outsourcing services related to the expansion of cybersecurity functions. The contract is planned to be awarded on August 1, 2026, to Hitachi, Ltd., under the government procurement agreement clause 'compatibility'. The procuring entity is the Development Bank of Japan Inc., Information Planning Department.

  • Publication date: July 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: August 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Hitachi, Ltd.
  • Procuring entity: Kensuke YABATA, Director of Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Contract for Strengthening Cybersecurity Functions of Common Infrastructure

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure is for a contract to strengthen cybersecurity functions of a common infrastructure. The contract is planned to be awarded to Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation by the Development Bank of Japan Inc. The procurement is justified under the Government Procurement Agreement for compatibility reasons.

  • Publication date: July 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: August 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Kensuke YABATA, Director of the Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and Improvement Plan Support FY2026

Open tender

This tender is for the implementation of cybersecurity risk assessments and support for formulating improvement plans for fiscal year 2026. The contract details, delivery deadlines, and locations will be defined in the tender documents. Tender documents are distributed via the JFC Procurement Information Service, with email distribution available when the service cannot be used; bidding uses the e-bidding system and paper bids need prior approval.

  • Publication date: July 7, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 27, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Survey and Research on Public Awareness of IoT Device Security Measures FY2026

Open tender

This procurement is for a contract to conduct survey and research related to public awareness and outreach concerning security measures for IoT devices in fiscal year 2026. The detailed specifications, delivery deadline, and location will be defined in the tender documentation. Submission of proposals is via the electronic procurement system by August 17, 2026.

  • Publication date: July 15, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 3, 2026
  • Procuring entity: Higashi Masayuki, Planning Director of the Accounts Division, Minister's Secretariat, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: IoT, Cybersecurity

FY2026 Electronic Application System Function Upgrade

Open tender

This tender is for the function upgrade of the electronic application system for FY2026 by the Independent Administrative Institution Workers' Retirement Mutual Aid Organization. The contract period is from the contract signing date until September 30, 2030. Bidders must submit documents related to proposed performance, functions, and technology as part of a comprehensive evaluation.

  • Publication date: July 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 9, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Makino Rika, Director of the Independent Administrative Institution Workers' Retirement Mutual Aid Organization
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Cybersecurity

FY2026 Output Equipment Optimal Placement Survey and Output Service Provision

Open tender

This tender is for a comprehensive contract covering the survey of optimal placement of output equipment and the provision of output services for FY2026. The contract period runs from the day after contract signing until December 27, 2030, with output services provided from March 1, 2027 to November 30, 2030. The procurement requires ISO27001/ISMS certification and a qualified project management officer. Participation and bidding are conducted via an electronic procurement system, with paper options available under certain conditions.

  • Publication date: July 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 10, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yamamoto Taishi, Director of the Chugoku Regional Development Bureau
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems

Information Security Audit, Vulnerability Testing and Penetration Testing for e-Rad System

Open tender

This procurement is for comprehensive information security audit services, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing for the common government research and development management system (e-Rad) for fiscal year 2026. The contract includes all related costs and will be awarded based on the lowest valid bid within the estimated price range. The performance period and location will be specified in the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: July 14, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 10, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Fukunaga Tetsuro, Director of the Science and Technology Innovation Promotion Office
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Maintenance Support for Encryption Software

Open tender

This tender is for comprehensive maintenance support services for encryption software procured by the National Tax Agency. The contract period extends until March 31, 2031, with service locations designated by the agency. Tender documents are available via the government Procurement Portal (also distributed at the NTA accounts division).

  • Publication date: July 9, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 24, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Naoki NISHIO, Director Accounts Division, Commissioner's Secretariat, National Tax Agency
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems

Municipal Information Security Enhancement Platform Phase 3 Reconstruction

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure concerns the comprehensive outsourcing of the Phase 3 reconstruction of the Municipal Information Security Enhancement Platform. The contract is planned for August 7, 2026, and the intended contractor is the Local Government Information Systems Organization. The procurement is based on compatibility requirements under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: July 17, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: August 7, 2026
  • Intended vendor: 地方公共団体情報システム機構
  • Procuring entity: Masayuki EAST, Director of the General Affairs Department, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Government Systems

Procurement of Hardware for Strengthening Cybersecurity Functions of Common Infrastructure

Sole-source notice

This notice announces a single tendering procedure for the procurement of hardware aimed at strengthening cybersecurity functions of a common infrastructure. The contract is planned to be awarded on August 1, 2026, to Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation based on compatibility requirements under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: July 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: August 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Yabata Kensuke, Director of the Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

Software procurement for strengthening cybersecurity functions of common infrastructure

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure concerns the procurement of software to enhance cybersecurity functions of a common infrastructure. The contract is planned for August 1, 2026, with Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation as the intended vendor. The procurement is justified under the Government Procurement Agreement for compatibility reasons.

  • Publication date: July 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: August 1, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Itochu Techno-Solutions Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Kensuke YABATA, Director of the Information Planning Department, Development Bank of Japan Inc.
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity, Software and Information Systems

Niigata University Information Security Measures Support Contract

Request for comments

Niigata University invites comments on draft specifications for a contract to support information security measures. The procurement involves borrowed goods and quantities related to this support service. Comments must be submitted by July 23, 2026.

  • Publication date: July 1, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: July 23, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Cybersecurity

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