Singapore[RFP] JETRO X-HUB OUTBOUND PROGRAM "Singapore Acceleration Program" Jun 26th, 2026
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Subject: JETRO X-HUB OUTBOUND PROGRAM – Singapore Acceleration Program –
2. Closing Date for Application: 12:00PM (SGT) on July 6th, 2026
3. Content of Contract: As indicated in Specifications (Attachment 1)
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
1. Qualification Requirement
1. Prospective candidate(s) engaged in the project must satisfy conditions stated in the Specifications (Attachment 1)
2. NOT under the circumstances of being denied participation due to unethical and/or unlawful activities by either JETRO or Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) from previous procurement offerings.
3. Prospective candidate(s) must meet the following minimum specification:
1. Accelerator, Venture Capital or any other related organization
2. The scale-up of non-SEA-originated startups in past 5 years (preferable)
3. Experience working with international startups
4. Have extensive expertise and network in the Southeast Asian market, not limited to Singapore.
5. Have close relationships with some of the top VCs in SEA.
6. Adaptability and flexibility to various markets
4. In addition, Prospective candidate(s) will be evaluated by the following preferred specifications:
1. Project implementation skill
2. Wide, various, open mentor network which matches the selected courses.
2. Preparation of Application
No oral, telephone, or facsimile will be accepted. All costs of preparation shall be borne by the Applicants.
In addition, the proposal document or presentation submitted by the applicant should include the following:
1. Project Implementation (See Attachment 1)
1. Project details about seminar and interactive coaching session
2. Project details about mentor assignment process
3. Project details about Demo Days
4. Implementation Structure (arrangement of personnel in charge / each responsibility)
5. Operating Procedure, Method, Proposal on how to complete all the tasks of the project in an effective manner and enhance project outcome.
6. Ability to conduct online *Description of online tools to be used.
7. Frequent communication *Description of digital communication tools with startups and JETRO to be used.
*Note: Startup program groups are based on preparedness, global mindset and market readiness.
2. Experience and Capabilities of the Organization
1. Experience with Similar Projects
2. Networking and information gathering skills to enhance project outcome
3. System to manage personal/confidential information
3. Project Implementation Skills of Assigned Personnel
1. Mentor network list with mentor profiles
2. Profiles of each project personnel
3. Sector experience
4. Strong connection to Venture Capital, Accelerators, Corporates, Universities, etc.
*List of the Angels/VC/CVC connections or partners should be included (They should be invited to the pitch/demo day)
3. Delivery of Application
All Application and proposal document (see below) shall be sent to the following email address by 12:00PM (SGT) on July 6th, 2026
Required to submit:
Application form
Proposal document or PowerPoint presentation
Attn: Mr. Naoki Inoue, Ms. Tomoka Yamagishi
E-mail: IVD@jetro.go.jp
4. Language of Application
English
5. Evaluation of Application
1. Screening of Application documents by JETRO
2. Online interviews in English will be conducted as part of the screening process. Interviews are scheduled on July 7th between 8:00-11:00 (SGT) and 14:00-16:00 (SGT), with each interview lasting approximately 30 minutes.
※ If you are unavailable during the scheduled time, alternative arrangements can be made.
6. Announcement of Tender
Tender will be announced to bidders by email. Given the nature of the bidding process, JETRO will refrain from providing feedback on the results.
7. Contact
Attn: Mr. Naoki Inoue, Ms. Tomoka Yamagishi
E-mail: IVD@jetro.go.jp
