Geological survey related to Kyushu Shinkansen Nishi Kyushu Route 8

Auto-translated from Japanese

Original title: 九州新幹線西九州ルートに係る地質調査8

JRTT — 鉄道技術センター管理課

Published: Sep 18, 2026

Updated: Sep 18, 2026

Source: jp_jrtt

About This Opportunity

This is a consulting contract in the architecture and engineering, transport and logistics and construction and civil works sectors, with a focus on Roads and Railways. Located in Japan, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before November 5, 2026.

Published through JRTT Japan Railway Construction Agency, 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 architecture and engineering 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

Original language: Japanese

This tender, identified as geological survey 8 for the Kyushu Shinkansen Nishi Kyushu Route in Japan, is being managed by the Railway Technical Research Institute (RTRI), Management Division. The procurement follows a simplified open competitive tender procedure, with contract number 2026001749. The scope of this tender involves conducting essential geological investigations to support the ongoing development of the high-speed rail line. This typically includes comprehensive site assessments, laboratory testing of soil and rock samples, analysis of geological formations, and identification of potential geohazards. Bidders are expected to possess specialized knowledge and experience in geological engineering and surveying, with a strong portfolio of similar projects. The ability to utilize advanced investigation techniques and provide accurate, detailed geological data is paramount. The information gathered will be instrumental in the design and safe construction of the railway. Prospective bidders must refer to the official tender announcement PDF for complete details regarding the scope of work, technical specifications, required qualifications, and submission requirements. Compliance with all relevant Japanese regulations and standards is a prerequisite.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from JRTT Japan Railway Construction Agency and was originally published on September 18, 2026. Last refreshed today. Original language: Japanese. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About JRTT — 鉄道技術センター管理課

JRTT — 鉄道技術センター管理課 has issued 44 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 14 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Transport & Logistics, Architecture & Engineering Services, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for Japan. Notices are distributed via JRTT Japan Railway Construction Agency. Most recent publication: September 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. You have 48 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by JRTT — 鉄道技術センター管理課 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 Architecture & Engineering Services 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.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit JRTT Japan Railway Construction Agency to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.