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5 Steps to Implementing Small Concession — From Concept to Operator Selection [2026 Edition]
For municipal officials: A guide to the 5 phases of Small Concession project development (momentum-building → facility selection → feasibility study → project plan → solicitation and selection), including estimated timelines, tasks, and costs for each step.
Small Concession Platform — Benefits of Membership and How to Use It [2026 Edition]
A complete guide to the Small Concession Platform established by MLIT in December 2024 — covering its purpose, 1,547 registered members, registration process, three core membership benefits, and practical tips for businesses, municipalities, and individuals.
7 Small Concession Case Studies — Municipal Approaches to Revitalizing Idle Public Assets [2026 Edition]
For municipal officials: Structural analysis of 7 municipalities selected under the FY2026 Small Concession Formation Promotion Project. Methods, preconditions, and the design intent behind specialist selection for revitalizing historic townhouses, former schools, and former government buildings.
What Are Small Concessions? — Turning Small-Scale Public Facilities into Private Projects, and How Municipalities and Operators Should Move [2026 Edition]
Small Concessions is a new PPP framework optimized for small-scale projects: no VFM calculation required, lighter sounding requirements. This guide covers eligible facilities, project methods, nationwide cases, subsidies, and the application process — reflecting MLIT's 'Sumokon no Susume' published May 25, 2026.
What Is a Small Concession? A Complete Guide for Local Government Officials [2026 Edition]
A Small Concession is a small-scale PPP/PFI project that leverages private-sector innovation to activate idle public real estate. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) established a dedicated platform in 2024. This guide covers definitions, eligible facilities, project methods, the three structural barriers, and how to get started.
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