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FY2026 Survey on the Actual State of Plastic Waste Inflow into the Seto Inland Sea

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Original title: 令和8年度瀬戸内海へのプラスチックごみ流入実態に係る調査業務

Hyogo Prefecture (環境整備課)

Published: Oct 3, 2026

Updated: Oct 5, 2026

Source: jp_pref_hyogo

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the environment and climate and Research sectors, with a focus on Pollution Control, Coastal Marine and Laboratories. Located in Japan, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Hyogo Prefecture, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the environment and climate sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Original language: Japanese

This tender, issued by the Environmental Improvement Division (環境整備課) in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, is for survey work concerning the actual state of plastic waste flowing into the Seto Inland Sea for the fiscal year Reiwa 8 (2026). The procurement falls under the 'Contract/Services' (委託・役務) classification, indicating a need to commission external expertise for research and investigation. The tender method is 'General Competitive Bidding' (一般競争入札), suggesting an open process to all eligible bidders. The scope of work is expected to involve detailed research methodologies, data collection, analysis, and reporting on the sources, pathways, and quantities of plastic waste entering the Seto Inland Sea. Typical requirements for such environmental survey tenders include a proven track record in environmental research, marine pollution studies, and data analysis. Bidders will need to demonstrate their technical capabilities, propose a suitable research plan, and outline their team's expertise. The contract will likely stipulate specific deliverables, reporting formats, and timelines for the survey. Environmental impact assessment experience and knowledge of relevant Japanese environmental regulations will be advantageous. The objective is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the plastic waste issue to inform future policy and mitigation strategies for the Seto Inland Sea.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Hyogo Prefecture and was originally published on October 3, 2026. Last refreshed today. Original language: Japanese. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Hyogo Prefecture (環境整備課)

Hyogo Prefecture (環境整備課) has issued 5 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 1 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Environment & Climate, Education & Training, and Governance & Public Administration. All notices are published for Japan. Notices are distributed via Hyogo Prefecture. Most recent publication: October 5, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Hyogo Prefecture (環境整備課) in Japan. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Environment & Climate 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 Hyogo Prefecture to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.