How to Use the Accela MCP in CrewAI

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Specialized permit research teams

Task a researcher agent with `search_records` and `get_parcels` to compile permit history. The crew builds a full report while you focus on higher-level strategy. Agents share context, so the second agent doesn't need to re-query the database. It already knows what the first agent found.

Automated inspection scheduling crew

Assign a dedicated monitor agent to check `list_inspections` daily. When a new request arrives, it triggers the scheduling agent to run `schedule_inspection`. This creates a self-sustaining loop. The agents handle the coordination until a human needs to intervene.

Document intake and verification

Use a moderator agent to review files before calling `upload_document`. The agent verifies the format, then attaches the documents to the correct record. This keeps your document repository clean. Only valid files ever reach the production record.

Setup guide

Set up Accela MCP in CrewAI

Prerequisites

Python 3.10+ installed
crewai package (pip install crewai)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Install CrewAI
Run pip install crewai to install the framework. MCP support is built-in via the mcps parameter.
2

Add the MCP URL to your agent
Pass your Vinkius endpoint directly to the mcps list. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. CrewAI handles tool discovery and caching automatically.
3

Kick off your crew
Create a Crew with your agent and tasks. Call crew.kickoff() — the agent will automatically invoke Accela tools as needed.

crew.py

from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew

agent = Agent(
    role="Accela Analyst",
    goal="Access and analyze Accela data via MCP.",
    backstory="Expert analyst with direct Accela access.",
    mcps=[
        "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    ],
)

task = Task(
    description="List recent Accela transactions",
    agent=agent,
    expected_output="A summary of recent activity",
)

crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
result = crew.kickoff()
print(result)

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Prerequisites

Python 3.10+ installed
crewai + crewai-tools packages
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Install dependencies
Run pip install crewai crewai-tools. The MCPServerAdapter handles lifecycle management and tool conversion.
2

Connect with MCPServerAdapter
Use MCPServerAdapter as a context manager with SseServerParameters pointing to your Vinkius endpoint. The adapter automatically manages connection lifecycle.
3

Assign tools and run
Pass the returned mcp_tools to your agent's tools parameter. The adapter converts MCP tools to native BaseTool objects compatible with all CrewAI agents.

crew.py

from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew
from crewai_tools import MCPServerAdapter
from mcp import SseServerParameters

server_params = SseServerParameters(
    url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
)

with MCPServerAdapter(server_params) as mcp_tools:
    agent = Agent(
        role="Accela Analyst",
        goal="Access and analyze Accela data via MCP.",
        backstory="Expert analyst with direct Accela access.",
        tools=mcp_tools,
    )

    task = Task(
        description="List recent Accela transactions",
        agent=agent,
        expected_output="A summary of recent activity",
    )

    crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
    result = crew.kickoff()
    print(result)

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Common questions about Accela MCP in CrewAI

Pass the server URL directly into your agent definition. CrewAI handles the connection and exposes tools like `search_addresses` to your crew members.

Yes. Shared memory allows agents to pass information like record IDs between themselves. Once one agent retrieves a permit, others can act on it immediately.

You define a tool filter in your MCP configuration. This limits agents to only the tools they need, such as `update_inspection` for field staff.

The server works in any configuration. A manager agent can delegate tasks to workers who use specific tools to interact with the municipal database.

The server operates under strict access controls. It only transmits building permit records when an authorized agent requests them via the secure endpoint.

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