Japan Opportunities tagged: Research

Selected Kanpo-based opportunities classified under Research.

Procurement of Multi-component Gas Adsorption Gravimetric Analyzer and in vivo Luminescence/Fluorescence Imaging System

Open tender

Kyoto University is soliciting bids for two scientific instruments: a multi-component gas adsorption gravimetric analyzer and an in vivo luminescence and fluorescence imaging system. Delivery deadlines and locations differ for each item, with the analyzer to be delivered to the Advanced Research Institute and the imaging system to the University Hospital. Bidders must meet specific qualification criteria and demonstrate a maintenance and after-service system.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: June 30, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Nagahiro NAGAMINATO, President of Kyoto University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research, Medical

Complete Dual-Side Confocal Laser Microscope System

Open tender

Procurement of a complete dual-side confocal laser microscope system for the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Nara. Delivery deadline is January 12, 2027, and delivery location is the Bioscience Building of the university.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Complete Low-High Temperature Tensile Compression System for SEM

Open tender

Kumamoto University is soliciting bids for a complete low and high temperature tensile compression system designed for use inside a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). Delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, with the delivery location to be designated by the contract manager.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Complete Optical Frequency Comb for Wavelength Conversion

Open tender

This procurement is for a complete optical frequency comb system intended for wavelength conversion. Delivery must be within 180 days from the contract date, with location and detailed specifications defined by the procurement documents. Participation requires compliance with the Information and Communications Research Organization's qualification rules and use of the electronic bidding system.

  • Publication date: May 28, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 6, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroshi Nakayama Vice President, Member of the Board of Directors, National Institute of Information and Communications Technology
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Research

Flame and Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer System

Open tender

The National University Corporation Hokkaido University is procuring one set of a flame and graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrophotometer system. Delivery deadline is December 25, 2026, with location and other conditions specified in the tender documents. Participation requires qualification in product sales in Hokkaido and proof of rapid after-sales service and maintenance capability.

  • Publication date: May 29, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 21, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kiyohiro HOUKIN, President, The National University Corporation Hokkaido University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Fluorescent X-ray Analytical Microscope System

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete fluorescent X-ray analytical microscope system to be delivered to National Institute of Technology, Hakodate College by January 29, 2027. The procurement requires proof of rapid after-sales service and maintenance capability. Bidders must meet specific qualification criteria and submit sealed bids by July 17, 2026.

  • Publication date: May 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 17, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kaniguchi Hiroyuki, The Obligating Officer Director-General Administration Bureau, National Institute of Technology, Hakodate College
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

High-resolution Fizeau Interferometer Complete Set

Open tender

The National Institutes of Natural Sciences is soliciting bids for a complete high-resolution Fizeau interferometer system. Delivery is required by February 26, 2027, to the National Astronomical Observatory. Bidders must demonstrate rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities and meet specified qualification criteria.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 17, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Nagakawa Masaki, Director of the National Institutes of Natural Sciences
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Lease and Maintenance of Three Gas Chromatograph Tandem Mass Spectrometers

Request for comments

This notice requests comments on draft specifications for leasing and maintaining three Gas Chromatograph Tandem Mass Spectrometers (GC/MS/MS) by Kobe Quarantine Station. The deadline for submitting comments is June 17, 2026.

  • Publication date: May 27, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: June 17, 2026
  • Procuring entity: 神戸検疫所総務課長山田憲明
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Research

Maintenance and Setup of Front-End Equipment for XAFS Beamline

Open tender

This tender is for the comprehensive maintenance and setup of front-end equipment used in the XAFS beamline at the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology. Delivery deadlines, locations, and detailed conditions are specified in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Masahiko HATTORI, Director of Department of Financial Affairs National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Manufacture of Subaru Telescope Variable Secondary Mirror (Phase 4)

Sole-source notice

This notice announces a single tender contract for the manufacture of the variable secondary mirror for the Subaru Telescope, phase 4. The procurement is planned for June 24, 2026, and the intended vendor is MICROGATE S.r.L. The contract is based on exclusive rights protection under the Government Procurement Agreement.

  • Publication date: May 29, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: June 24, 2026
  • Intended vendor: MICROGATE S.r.L
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Manufacturing of acceleration power supply for ITER gyrotron

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns the manufacturing of a complete acceleration power supply for the ITER gyrotron. The contract is planned as a single tendering procedure with Tokyo Electron Limited as the intended vendor. The contract award date is scheduled for July 24, 2026.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: July 24, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Tokyo Electron Limited
  • Procuring entity: Suzuki Hiroko, Contract Section, Department of Administrative Services, Naka Institute for Fusion Science and Technology, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Energy, Research

Next-generation sequencer DNA sequence reagent kit (unit price contract)

Request for comments

RIKEN requests comments on draft specifications for the purchase of next-generation sequencer DNA sequence reagent kits under a unit price contract. The specification draft is available for download, and an online briefing session will be held on June 9, 2026.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: June 16, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: 経理・調達本部調達部長坂庭励
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research, Medical

Portable Functional Near-Infrared Brain Imaging System

Open tender

Procurement of a complete portable functional near-infrared brain imaging system by Nara National Institute of Higher Education and Research. Delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, with location to be designated by the contracting officer.

  • Publication date: May 29, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 22, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroyuki Sakaki, Chairperson, Nara National Institute of Higher Education and Research
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Research

Procurement of benchtop NMR spectrometer and exhaust gas analyzer set

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a benchtop NMR spectrometer and an exhaust gas analyzer set by the National University Corporation Tokai National Higher Education and Research System. The delivery deadline is March 12, 2027, and the delivery location will be designated by the institution's director. Bidders must demonstrate a system for rapid after-sale service and maintenance.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hitoshi MINUMA, Executive Director, National University Corporation Tokai National Higher Education and Research System
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Research

Procurement of Various Medical and Meteorological Equipment

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a variety of equipment including a weather observation system, folding litters, transport respirators, digital dental panoramic X-ray diagnostic devices for medical rooms, radiology department management devices, portable oxygen concentrators, ultrasonic cleaning devices with rinse tanks, small packaging high-pressure steam sterilizers, portable patient monitoring devices, and small ultrasonic diagnostic devices. Delivery deadlines and locations will be specified in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: May 22, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 7, 2026, 18:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Sueda Tsuyoshi Deputy Director General, Procurement Operations (Arms and Supplies) for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Research

Purchase of Liquid Scintillation Counter

Open tender

This procurement is for the purchase of a liquid scintillation counter by the National Research and Development Agency Japan Atomic Energy Agency. The delivery deadline is March 12, 2027, and the bidding will be conducted via an electronic competitive bidding system.

  • Publication date: May 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 27, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Set of X-ray Detectors for High-Brightness Synchrotron Radiation

Request for comments

This notice requests comments on the draft specifications for a set of X-ray detectors intended for use with high-brightness synchrotron radiation. The procuring entity is RIKEN, and the deadline for submitting comments and expressions of interest is June 17, 2026. The specifications can be downloaded from the procurement information disclosure system, and an online briefing session will be held.

  • Publication date: May 27, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: June 17, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Rei SAKANIWA, Director of Procurement Department, RIKEN
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Surface Ionization Type Mass Spectrometer Set

Request for comments

The National Museum of Nature and Science requests comments on the draft specifications for the procurement of a surface ionization type mass spectrometer set. The deadline for submitting comments is June 19, 2026. The specifications will be available from May 29 to June 19, 2026, via the museum's website.

  • Publication date: May 29, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: June 19, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: 経営管理部長澁谷仁
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Research

Complete Temperature-Controlled Fatigue Testing System

Open tender

Kumamoto University is inviting bids for a complete temperature-controlled fatigue testing system. The delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, with the delivery location specified by the contracting officer. Participation requires submission of documents proving capability for prompt after-sales service and maintenance.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 16, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Update of Central Monitoring System for SACLA Radiation Monitor

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns the update of the central monitoring device for the radiation monitor system at the X-ray Free Electron Laser Facility (SACLA). The contract is planned as a single tendering procedure with Arroka Corporation as the intended vendor. The contract date is scheduled for June 26, 2026.

  • Publication date: May 26, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: June 26, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Arroka Corporation
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Vacuum Equipment Set for SPring-8-II Storage Ring Injection Section

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete set of vacuum equipment for the injection section of the SPring-8-II storage ring at the National Institute of RIKEN. Delivery is required by July 27, 2027, to the RIKEN facility.

  • Publication date: May 27, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 17, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: 国立研究開発法人理化学研究所経理・調達本部調達部長坂庭励
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Complete Atomic Force Microscope System

Open tender

The National University Corporation Tokai National Higher Education and Research System is procuring a complete Atomic Force Microscope system. Delivery deadline is March 24, 2027, with the delivery location designated by the institution head. Participation requires qualification under specific regulations and proof of rapid after-sales service and maintenance capability.

  • Publication date: June 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 29, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Automated Mineral Particle Analysis System Complete Set

Open tender

Procurement of a complete automated mineral particle analysis system by the Independent Administrative Institution for Energy and Mineral Resources. Delivery deadline is January 29, 2027, with a lease period of five years.

  • Publication date: June 5, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 29, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: 金属資源開発本部長久保田博志
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Complete Detonation Engine Experimental Equipment Set

Request for comments

Tokai National Higher Education and Research System requests comments on draft specifications for a complete detonation engine experimental equipment set. The draft is available from June 8 to July 2, 2026, with a briefing session on June 16. Comments must be submitted by July 2, 2026.

  • Publication date: June 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: July 30, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Research, Energy

Complete Focused Ion Beam Processing and Observation System

Open tender

The University of Toyama is tendering for a complete focused ion beam processing and observation system to be delivered by October 15, 2026, to the Institute for Multidisciplinary Research on Materials at Tohoku University. Bidders must demonstrate rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities.

  • Publication date: June 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 6, 2026, 10:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hitoshi Izu, Vice President, Tohoku University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Complete Material Evaluation System

Request for comments

This notice requests comments on draft specifications for the procurement of a complete material evaluation system. The procuring entity is Fukushima University, and the deadline for submitting opinions is June 22, 2026. The procurement aims to finalize specifications for the system, with delivery terms to be defined by the specifications and the president.

  • Publication date: June 11, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: July 17, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Medium
  • Tags: Research

Complete Non-Cryogenic Superconducting Magnet System

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete non-cryogenic superconducting magnet system to be delivered to the Faculty of Science at Tohoku University by February 26, 2027. The notice refers to standard qualification and submission procedures as detailed in a prior notice (No. 11).

  • Publication date: June 1, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 28, 2026, 10:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Complete Scanning Electron Microscope System

Open tender

Procurement of a complete scanning electron microscope system to be delivered to Kumamoto National College of Technology (Yatsushiro Campus) by March 31, 2027. Detailed specifications and delivery conditions are defined in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: June 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 5, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroaki Tomita, The Obligating Officer Director-General Administration Bureau, National Institute of Technology (KOSEN), Kumamoto College
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Complete ultra-polarized sample quality management system

Open tender

Osaka University is soliciting bids for a complete ultra-polarized sample quality management system to be delivered by March 19, 2027. The system will be installed at the Quantum Information and Quantum Life Research Center at Osaka University.

  • Publication date: June 1, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 22, 2026, 17:15 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kumano-go Jun, President of Osaka University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Complete Glycopeptide Precision Analysis System

Open tender

The procurement is for a complete glycopeptide precision analysis system to be delivered by March 31, 2027, at a location designated by the Chancellor of the Tokai National Higher Education and Research System. The tender requires suppliers to have rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities and meet specific qualification criteria defined by the Tokai National Higher Education and Research System.

  • Publication date: June 11, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 3, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Shingo Yoshii, The Obligating Officer for Contractual Affairs Delegate Head, Finance and Facilities Department, National University Corporation Tokai National Higher Education and Research System
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Electromagnetic Dynamic Fatigue Testing Machine for Composite Materials (3kN)

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete electromagnetic dynamic fatigue testing machine with a 3kN capacity for composite materials. The delivery deadline is February 26, 2027, and the delivery location will be designated by the institution head. Participation requires submission of documents proving the ability to supply the specified equipment and compliance with qualification criteria set by Tokai National Higher Education and Research System.

  • Publication date: June 26, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 6, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Seiichi Matsuo, Chancellor, National University Corporation Tokai National Higher Education and Research System
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

High-resolution Multi-wavelength Laser Raman 3D Mapping Microscope System

Open tender

The National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology Hokuriku is procuring a complete high-resolution multi-wavelength laser Raman 3D mapping microscope system. Delivery is required by February 26, 2027, to the university campus. The procurement requires submission of sealed bids by July 29, 2026.

  • Publication date: June 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 29, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: 国立大学法人北陸先端科学技術大学院大学理事永井由佳里
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Installation of Finger Vein Authentication Device, Gentle Mill, and Gas Chromatograph

Open tender

This tender covers three procurements by the Environmental Technology Development Department and Japan Atomic Energy Agency: installation of a finger vein authentication device, purchase of a gentle mill for preparing fine structure observation samples of high-speed demonstration reactor core materials, and purchase of a gas chromatograph analyzer and moisture meter for impurity measurement in the HTTR helium sampling system. Delivery deadlines and locations are specified in the tender specifications.

  • Publication date: June 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 5, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Integrated Pyrolysis Analysis and GC/QMS System

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete integrated system combining a pyrolysis analysis device and a GC/QMS system for Asahikawa National College of Technology. Delivery is required by January 22, 2027, with installation at the college. The contract award will be based on bids adjusted by a 10% addition to the bid amount.

  • Publication date: June 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 31, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: 事務部長栗林隆紀
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Lease of Criticality Measurement Management Computer

Open tender

This procurement is for the lease of one criticality measurement management computer system by the Japan Atomic Energy Agency. The lease period is from March 1, 2027 to February 28, 2033, with delivery location and detailed specifications defined by the tender documents.

  • Publication date: June 5, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 3, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Maintenance of Front-End Equipment for SX Imaging Beamline

Request for comments

This notice requests comments on the draft specifications for maintenance of front-end equipment for the SX imaging beamline by the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology. A briefing session is scheduled for June 15, 2026, and the draft specifications are available from June 3 to June 24, 2026.

  • Publication date: June 3, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: June 24, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Maintenance of XAFS Beamline Optical System and Transport Channel Equipment

Request for comments

The National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology requests comments on draft specifications for the maintenance of the XAFS beamline optical system and transport channel equipment. The draft specifications are available from June 3 to June 24, 2026, with a briefing session scheduled on June 15, 2026. Submission deadline for comments is June 24, 2026.

  • Publication date: June 3, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: June 24, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hattori Masahiko, Director of the Finance Department, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Manufacture of Multipole Wiggler for XAFS Beamline

Open tender

This tender is for the manufacture of a multipole wiggler for the XAFS beamline, procured by the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology. Delivery deadline and location are to be determined according to the tender specifications. Participation requires compliance with specific eligibility criteria and proof of after-sales service and maintenance capabilities.

  • Publication date: June 1, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 23, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Masahiko HATTORI, Director of Department of Financial Affairs National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Manufacture of quasi-optical matching unit for ITER gyrotron

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure contract is for the manufacture of a quasi-optical matching unit for ITER gyrotrons. The contract is planned to be awarded on June 30, 2026, to Toyama Corporation due to absence of competition for technical reasons. The procuring entity is the Naka Institute for Fusion Science and Technology under the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology.

  • Publication date: June 4, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: June 30, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Toyama Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Fukuda Mami, Contract Section, Department of Administrative Services, Naka Institute for Fusion Science and Technology, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Manufacture of welding test plates for ITER equatorial launcher

Open tender

This tender is for the manufacture of welding test materials for the ITER equatorial launcher. Delivery is required by June 30, 2027, to the Naka Institute for Fusion Science and Technology. Participation requires compliance with the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology regulations and proof of a rapid after-sales service and maintenance system.

  • Publication date: June 4, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 26, 2026, 13:30 JST
  • Procuring entity: Hiroyuki Yamano, Director of Department of Administrative Services, Naka Institute for Fusion Science and Technology, National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Cryogen-Free Low-Temperature Electronics Test System

Open tender

Procurement of one set of a cryogen-free low-temperature electronics test system by the National University Corporation Tokai National Higher Education and Research System. Delivery is required by March 5, 2027, to a location designated by the Chancellor. Participation requires specific qualifications and proof of rapid after-sales service and maintenance capabilities.

  • Publication date: June 1, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 7, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Seiichi Matsuo, Chancellor, National University Corporation Tokai National Higher Education and Research System
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Procurement of Lead Storage Batteries, Explosion-proof LED Lighting Unit, and Satellite Bus

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of various lead storage batteries including SBS-300, SBS-40, MSE-300, and MSE-2000 models, an explosion-proof LED lighting unit, and a satellite bus. The specifications conform to Air Self-Defense Force, internal departments, and National Defense Academy standards. Delivery deadlines and locations will be specified in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: June 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 17, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: 防衛装備庁調達事業部総括装備調達官浅見智宏
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Energy, Medical, Research

Procurement of Scientific Instruments and AR/VR System

Open tender

The University of Tokyo is conducting an open competitive tender for multiple scientific instruments including an omnidirectional magnetic field probe, liquid and gas chromatograph mass spectrometers, protein stability evaluation device, capillary electrophoresis system, automated cell sorting and analysis device, nanoparticle formulation systems, single-use bioreactor, container integrity tester, and an AR/VR system. Delivery deadlines and locations are specified in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: June 1, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 21, 2026, 13:30 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Research, Digital Transformation

Production, installation, adjustment and maintenance of seismic waveform data system

Open tender

This tender is for the production, installation, adjustment, and maintenance of a seismic waveform data collecting and distribution system. The fulfillment period and location will be as specified in the tender documents. Participation requires submission of performance, function, and technical documents for comprehensive evaluation and compliance with qualification criteria.

  • Publication date: June 12, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 9, 2026, 14:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kazuya IMAI, Director General of Administration Department, Japan Meteorological Agency
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Production of Weighing Management System for Radioactive Material Facility

Open tender

This tender is for the production of a weighing management system for the Radioactive Material Analysis and Research Facility Building No. 2 at the Japan Atomic Energy Agency. Delivery is required by March 15, 2028, with location and detailed requirements specified in the tender documents.

  • Publication date: June 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 4, 2026, 14:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Purchase of Ultra-Low Vibration Refrigerant-Free Optical Cryostat

Open tender

This tender is for the purchase of an ultra-low vibration refrigerant-free optical cryostat by the Japan Atomic Energy Agency. Delivery is required by February 19, 2027, at a location specified in the specifications.

  • Publication date: June 5, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 29, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Purchase of Ion Chromatography System with Auto Sample Combustion

Open tender

This tender is for the purchase of an ion chromatography system equipped with an automatic sample combustion unit. The contract period is from August 20, 2026, to February 26, 2027, with the fulfillment location to be designated by the official in charge.

  • Publication date: June 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 3, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Higa Toshimitsu, Director of the General Affairs Department, National Institute of Public Health
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Requirements Definition for Next-Generation GNSS Continuous Observation System

Sole-source notice

This single tendering procedure is for defining the requirements toward constructing the next-generation GNSS continuous observation system. The contract is planned with Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc. under the exclusive rights protection clause.

  • Publication date: June 5, 2026
  • Status: Awarded
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: June 26, 2026
  • Intended vendor: Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc.
  • Procuring entity: 国土地理院長河瀬和重
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Research

Modification of interferometry software for overseas SAR satellite data

Open tender

This tender is for the modification of interferometry analysis software for overseas SAR satellite data by the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan. The contract period is from the contract date until March 12, 2027. The detailed specifications and fulfillment location are defined in the bid manual.

  • Publication date: June 10, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: August 5, 2026, 16:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Kazushige KAWASE, Director-General of Geospatial Information Authority of Japan
  • Technology relevance: High
  • Tags: Software and Information Systems, Research

Complete Short-time Re-cooling Compatible Dilution Refrigerator System

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete short-time re-cooling compatible dilution refrigerator system to be delivered by March 31, 2027, to the Quantum Information and Quantum Life Research Center at Osaka University. Bidders must demonstrate a system for rapid after-sale service and maintenance.

  • Publication date: June 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 29, 2026, 17:15 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Temperature-variable Cryostat with Refrigerant-free Magnet System

Open tender

Kyushu University is soliciting bids for a complete set of a temperature-variable cryostat equipped with a refrigerant-free magnet system. The delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, and the delivery location is the Tokyo Science University Ookayama campus. Bidders must meet specific qualification criteria and demonstrate capability for prompt after-sales service and timely delivery.

  • Publication date: June 1, 2026
  • Status: Expired
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 2, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Tender for Front-End Equipment for Tender X-ray Beamline

Request for comments

This notice requests comments on the draft specifications for the procurement of a complete set of front-end equipment for a Tender X-ray beamline. The procuring entity is the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology. The deadline for submitting comments is June 24, 2026, and a briefing session will be held on June 15, 2026.

  • Publication date: June 3, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Comment deadline: August 5, 2026, 12:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Thermoreflectance Thermal Property Measurement System

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete thermoreflectance thermal property measurement system by the National Institutes for Natural Sciences, Fusion Science Research Institute. The delivery deadline is March 31, 2027, and the specifications and detailed conditions are provided in the bidding documents.

  • Publication date: June 1, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 22, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity:
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Ultra-High Vacuum Ultra-Low Temperature Scanning Tunneling Microscope Set

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete ultra-high vacuum ultra-low temperature scanning tunneling microscope system for the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology. Delivery is required by December 25, 2026.

  • Publication date: June 9, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 30, 2026, 15:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Rei Sakaniwa, Procurement Division Director, Fiscal Services and Procurement Group, RIKEN
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Complete Visible Light Measurement System for High-Speed Plasma Diagnostics

Open tender

This tender is for the procurement of a complete visible light measurement system intended for high-speed plasma diagnostics. Delivery is required by March 31, 2027, to the Laser Science Research Institute at Osaka University. Bidders must comply with Osaka University’s contract regulations and demonstrate a rapid after-sales service and maintenance system.

  • Publication date: June 8, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: July 30, 2026, 17:15 JST
  • Procuring entity: Atsushi KUMANOGOH President, The University of Osaka
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research

Construction of Genome Data Research System for Institute of Industrial Science

Sole-source notice

This procurement concerns the construction of a genome data research system for the Institute of Industrial Science at Osaka University. The contract is planned as a single tendering procedure with NEC Corporation as the intended vendor due to compatibility requirements under the Government Procurement Agreement. The contract date is scheduled for August 6, 2026.

  • Publication date: July 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Planned contract date: August 6, 2026
  • Intended vendor: NEC Corporation
  • Procuring entity: Jun Kumanojo, President of Osaka University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Research, Data, Software and Information Systems

Next-Generation Sequencing Analysis Equipment Set

Open tender

Tokushima University is soliciting bids for a complete set of next-generation sequencing analysis equipment. The delivery deadline is December 25, 2026, and the equipment will be installed at Tokushima University Hospital. Bidders must demonstrate capability for rapid after-sales service and maintenance, and hold necessary medical device sales permits under Japanese law.

  • Publication date: July 16, 2026
  • Status: Active
  • Deadline: Submission deadline: September 7, 2026, 17:00 JST
  • Procuring entity: Yoko Ida, Director of the General Affairs Department, Tokushima University
  • Technology relevance: Possible
  • Tags: Medical, Research

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