How to Use the Bidsketch MCP in Claude Code

Q: How does Claude Code handle template selection?

The agent runs listtemplates to view all available layouts. It then asks you to choose the correct one or automatically selects the best match for your project.

Q: Is it possible to update Bidsketch proposal fees using Claude Code?

Yes, you can modify any draft. The agent uses listfees to see current costs and updateproposal to apply adjustments directly from the command line.

Pipe terminal data directly into Bidsketch proposals using Claude Code headless commands.

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Headless proposal creation via Claude Code

Feed command-line outputs directly into your sales docs. Claude Code lists your current active layouts using `list_templates` and creates drafts with `create_proposal` without launching a browser. This MCP-driven approach lets you script your sales operations. You can chain terminal outputs, feed project specs to the agent, and watch it generate client-ready estimates instantly.

Manage client databases from your shell

Keeping client lists clean shouldn't require clicking through web dashboards. The CLI queries your records using `list_clients` and extracts deep details with `get_client` directly in your terminal. Running this MCP Server gives your terminal full control over your client directory. If a client is missing, the agent registers them instantly using `create_client`.

Run pricing audits from the terminal

Inspect your project finances with fast shell commands. Claude Code calls `list_fees` to check the fee structures of your pitches and updates them using `update_proposal` based on your terminal inputs. No more manual updates. The agent pulls live draft details with `get_proposal` so you can verify the numbers before sending the final contract.

Setup guide

Set up Bidsketch MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see bidsketch-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest Bidsketch transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available Bidsketch tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http bidsketch-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the Bidsketch MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bidsketch-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Bidsketch MCP in Claude Code

Run the claude mcp add command in your terminal with the Vinkius transport URL. Once added, the agent instantly gains access to your proposal tools.

Yes, you can pipe script outputs directly into the agent. It can read a list of requirements and run `create_proposal` using your saved templates automatically.

The agent runs `list_templates` to view all available layouts. It then asks you to choose the correct one or automatically selects the best match for your project.

Yes, you can modify any draft. The agent uses `list_fees` to see current costs and `update_proposal` to apply adjustments directly from the command line.

Your credentials reside in your secure local configuration file, never on public servers. This MCP Server processes all client details and proposal data through encrypted tunnels to prevent leaks.

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