FY2024 Survey of Security Countermeasures for Government Information Systems by Penetration Testing (Part 3)
About This Opportunity
This is a consulting contract in the information and communication technology and security and defense sectors, with a focus on Software, Telecommunications and Cybersecurity. Located in Japan, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before September 3, 2026.
Published through GEPS Japan, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for consulting in the information and communication technology sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
Auto-translated from JapaneseFY2024 Survey of Security Countermeasures for Government Information Systems by Penetration Testing (Part 3)
Tender Announcement
We will tender the following by open competition.
July 24, 2024
Authorized Officer for Disbursement
Cabinet Counselor for Accounting, Shinichi Sakamoto
Details
1. Official Title and Name of Contract Officer, etc.
Authorized Officer for Disbursement
Cabinet Counselor for Accounting, Shinichi Sakamoto
2. Matters for Competitive Bidding
(1) Subject: FY2024 Survey of Security Countermeasures for Government Information Systems by Penetration Testing (Part 3)
(2) Specifications: As per the tender documents.
(3) Contract Period: From September 4, 2024, to March 31, 2025.
(4) Fulfillment Location: As per the tender documents.
(5) Bidding Method, etc.: The successful bidder will be determined by a comprehensive evaluation and bidding method, so please submit a document stating the bid amount (hereinafter referred to as "bid document") and a proposal of technology, etc.
When determining the successful bid, the successful bid price will be the amount obtained by adding 10% of the amount stated in the bid document to the said amount (if there is a fraction of less than 1 yen in the said amount, that fraction will be discarded). Therefore, bidders shall state in the bid document an amount equivalent to 100/110 of the estimated contract amount, regardless of whether they are taxable or tax-exempt businesses for consumption tax and local consumption tax.
(6) Use of Electronic Procurement System (Government Electronic Procurement (GEPS))
This is a procurement subject to the Electronic Procurement System (Government Electronic Procurement (GEPS)). However, those who cannot use the said system may use the paper-based bidding method in the format specified in the tender documents.
3. Qualifications Required for Participation in Competitive Bidding
(1) Not a person falling under the provisions of Article 70 of the Cabinet Order concerning Budget, Auditing and Accounting. However, this does not apply to minors, persons under guardianship, or persons under assistance who have obtained the necessary consent for concluding the contract.
(2) Not a person falling under the provisions of Article 71 of the Cabinet Order concerning Budget, Auditing and Accounting.
(3) A person who has been rated Grade A, B, or C in "Services (Survey/Research)" in the Cabinet Office's qualification for participation in competition (unified qualification for all ministries and agencies) for the fiscal years 2025, 2026, and 2027.
(4) Not within the period of being subject to suspension of designation based on the "Guidelines for Suspension of Designation for Contracts of Goods, etc. in the Cabinet Secretariat".
(5) A person who has submitted a proposal of technology, etc., and has been permitted to participate in the bidding as a result of the examination.
4. Place to Show Contract Terms and Place to Obtain Tender Documents
(1) Tender documents can be obtained (downloaded) from the following Electronic Procurement System (GEPS).
https: //www.p-portal.go.jp/pps-web-biz/UAA01/OAA0101
(2) If you wish to obtain paper tender documents, please contact us in advance and we will provide them at the following location.
Location: Contract Section 3, General Affairs Division, Cabinet Secretariat, 1-6-1 Nagata-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Phone Number: 03-5253-2111 (ext.) 82352
5. Date and Place for Explanation of Contents of Technology Proposal, etc.
Not held
6. Deadline and Place for Submission of Technology Proposal, etc.
Deadline: August 13, 2024 (Thursday) Noon
Submission Location: National center of Incident readiness and Strategy for Cybersecurity, Cabinet Secretariat, System and Supervision Unit, Supervision Group
Location: Akasaka Green Cross, 2-4-6 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Phone: 03-5253-2111 (ext.) 87365
7. Date and Place of Presentation
We may request hearings (face-to-face explanations) and additional materials as needed.
If a hearing is to be held, it is scheduled as follows.
(1) Hearing Date and Time (Scheduled)
Scheduled for a date between August 17 (Monday) and August 19 (Wednesday), 2024, designated by the National center of Incident readiness and Strategy for Cybersecurity, but may be adjusted separately as needed.
(2) Location
Within 23 wards of Tokyo (Detailed location will be notified separately.)
(3) Number of Participants
Up to 4 people, including the person who will be the responsible party.
(4) Hearing Time
In principle, approximately 1 hour, including question and answer time.
(5) Other
Please note the following.
① Use of equipment such as projectors is not permitted.
② All costs necessary for participation shall be borne by the proposer.
③ The person scheduled to be the responsible party shall conduct the explanation and answer questions during the hearing.
④ The hearing will be based on the proposal, and new materials will not be accepted in principle unless requested by us.
8. Date and Place of Bidding and Bid Opening
(1) Deadline for bids by mail: September 3, 2024 (Thursday) 9:30 AM
(2) Bidding and Bid Opening: September 3, 2024 (Thursday) 3:00 PM
1st Floor, Cabinet Office Building, 1-6-1 Nagata-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, First Bidding Room
9. Bid Bond and Contract Deposit: Exempt
10. Invalid Bids
Bids submitted by persons who do not have the qualifications required for participation in the tender as indicated in this announcement, or bids that violate the conditions of the tender, will be deemed invalid.
11. Method of Determining the Successful Bidder
The successful bidder will be determined from among the bidders who have submitted proposals that meet all the mandatory items among the technical requirements clarified in the tender documents, within the scope of the estimated price prepared in accordance with the provisions of Article 79 of the Cabinet Order concerning Budget, Auditing and Accounting, using the comprehensive evaluation method specified in the tender documents.
12. Requirement for Contract Creation: A contract shall be concluded.
13. Other: Details are in the tender documents.
Procuring Organization: Cabinet Secretariat
Location: Tokyo
Procurement Type: Tender Announcement for Open Competition (Non-WTO Agreement)
Category: Goods/Services
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from GEPS Japan and was originally published on July 24, 2026. Last refreshed 3 days ago. Original language: Japanese. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About 内閣官房
内閣官房 has issued 14 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 9 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, General Supplies & Services, and Security, Defense & Justice. All notices are published for Japan. Notices are distributed via GEPS Japan and 官公需 (kkj.go.jp). Most recent publication: August 3, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
How can I submit a bid?
Visit GEPS Japan to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is September 3, 2026. You have 27 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by 内閣官房 in Japan. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Consulting contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Japan. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
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