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尼崎市AI-OCRツール導入業務に係る公募型プロポーザルの実施について

Regarding the Implementation of an Open Call Proposal for the Introduction of AI-OCR Tools in Amagasaki City Operations

Amagasaki City | Local Language | CityState | Nov. 6, 2025 | UndeterminedTech Development/Adoption

Amagasaki City is initiating an open call for vendors to participate in the introduction of AI-OCR tools aimed at improving operational efficiency and enhancing administrative services. The city intends to select a contractor through a competitive proposal process to implement this project.

The project, named the Amagasaki City AI-OCR Tool Introduction Project, will have a contract period starting from the signing date and continuing until March 31, 2026 (Reiwa 8). The contract may be renewed annually based on performance, with a maximum extension up to March 31, 2029 (Reiwa 11). The work scope aligns with the specifications detailed in the “Amagasaki City AI-OCR Tool Introduction Project Specifications.”

The funding upper limit for proposals is set at ¥1,320,000 per year, inclusive of consumption tax and local consumption tax. In fiscal year 2025 (Reiwa 7), proposals should correspond to three months of service usage at this rate. Subsequent contracts will maintain the same annual upper limit.

Selection will be conducted using an open-call proposal method with an evaluation based on presentations. The application window begins on November 5, 2025 (Reiwa 7), and closes at 5:00 PM on November 27, 2025. Presentation evaluations are scheduled for December 3, 2025, at the Amagasaki City Government Information Center.

Key dates include a deadline for question submissions by November 14, 2025, with responses posted on November 18, 2025. Candidates must submit proposals by November 27, 2025, either in person—requiring a prior reservation—or by mail, ensuring timely receipt. Notification of presentation times will occur on November 28, and final results will be announced on December 5, 2025.

Relevant documentation for applicants is provided, including application guidelines, project specifications, and required forms. For assistance or inquiries, contact details for the General Affairs Bureau, Administrative Management Department, Digital Promotion Division / Information Systems at the Amagasaki City Government Information Center are available via phone, fax, or email.

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