Announcement of 'BCP Practice Promotion Subsidy' Recruitment - Subsidizing Equipment Purchase Costs, etc., Necessary for Practicing Formulated BCPs (Business Continuity Plans).

Large-scale natural disasters, disruptions to supply chains due to unstable international situations, and other unforeseen circumstances that could interrupt business activities can occur at any time. Especially for small and medium-sized enterprises, it is crucial to prepare a BCP (Business Continuity Plan) to maintain core business activities or achieve early recovery, so as not to be forced into closure or business reduction due to delayed recovery. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Metropolitan Small and Medium Enterprise Support Center (hereinafter referred to as 'the Center') are supporting effective business continuity measures not only through planning support but also financially. We are pleased to announce the start of recruitment for the Reiwa 8 (2026) subsidy. This initiative promotes the '2050 Tokyo Strategy.' Strategy 13 Industry: 'Support and promote the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises.' ◆Outline of the Subsidy Eligible Applicants (*) Tokyo-based small and medium-sized enterprises, etc., that have formulated a BCP through attending the Center's BCP formulation course, etc., and are implementing initiatives based on that plan. Eligible Expenses Expenses related to the purchase and installation of equipment and goods necessary for practicing the formulated BCP. Stockpiles / Generators, portable power sources / Safety confirmation systems / Sandbags, flood barriers Subsidy Rate and Maximum Subsidy Amount Subsidy rate: Up to 1/2 (Up to 2/3 for small enterprises) Maximum subsidy amount: 5 million yen (Minimum application amount: 100,000 yen) (Of which, cloud service introduction expenses are up to 1.5 million yen) * Initiatives by multiple collaborating businesses (maximum 10 million yen) are also eligible. For details, please refer to the Center's website. ◆Application Schedule (Planned) Recruitment Round | Electronic Application Acceptance Period | Grant Decision Date | Subsidy Target Period ------------------|------------------------------------|---------------------|---------------------- 1st Round | May 13 (Wed) - 19 (Tue), Reiwa 8 | Late July, Reiwa 8 | August 1 - November 30, Reiwa 8 2nd Round | September 9 (Wed) - 15 (Tue), Reiwa 8 | Late November, Reiwa 8 | December 1, Reiwa 8 - March 31, Reiwa 9 3rd Round | January 8 (Fri) - 15 (Fri), Reiwa 9 | Late March, Reiwa 9 | April 1 - July 31, Reiwa 9 * Applications are scheduled to be accepted via the national electronic application system 'J-Grants.' To use J-Grants, prior acquisition of a 'G-Biz ID Prime Account' is required. It takes about two weeks to issue a G-Biz ID Prime Account, so please acquire it in advance if you are considering applying. * The above schedule is planned and subject to change. Any changes will be announced on the Center's website. ◆Flow of Subsidy Project For details on application methods, eligibility acquisition support, etc., please refer to the following website. URL: https://www.tokyo-kosha.or.jp/support/josei/setsubijosei/bcp.html ◆Contact Information [Regarding the system in general] Bureau of Industrial and Labor Affairs, Commerce and Industry Department, Management Support Division Phone: 03-5320-4783 [Regarding the subsidy] Tokyo Metropolitan Small and Medium Enterprise Support Center, Planning and Management Department, Equipment Support Division Phone: 03-3251-7889 [Regarding BCP formulation support] Tokyo Metropolitan Small and Medium Enterprise Support Center, General Support Department, General Support Division Phone: 03-3251-7885