How to Use the Factor (Cofactr) MCP in Windsurf

Q: Can I automate bulk purchasing using Factor (Cofactr) in Windsurf?

Yes. Cascade can chain listinventory to identify shortages and then call createpurchaseorder to draft orders. You retain final approval, but the agent handles the tedious data entry and supplier lookups.

Q: How do I check active quote statuses with Factor (Cofactr) inside Windsurf?

Just ask Cascade to check your pending quotes. It runs listrfqs and uses getrfq to pull the specific pricing and lead times, presenting a clean summary directly in your active chat.

Q: What happens if a supplier changes their lead times?

Your agent runs listsuppliers and checks specific details with getsupplier. It flags any changes in delivery dates against your outstanding orders from listpurchaseorders so you can adjust your build schedule.

Let Windsurf and Cascade manage your Factor (Cofactr) parts, stock levels, and purchase orders autonomously without constant prompting.

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Autonomous part matching with Cascade

Let Cascade scan your local BOM files and match them directly against the Factor database using this MCP server. By calling `list_items` and `get_item`, your agent finds exact matches and spots obsolete components before they hit your assembly line. You don't have to guide it step-by-step. Cascade runs the queries, checks inventory levels with `list_inventory`, and flags missing parts. It handles the tedious cross-referencing while you focus on the actual design work.

Hands-free purchase order generation

When stock runs low, Cascade chains actions to fix it. It checks current pricing using `list_rfqs` and immediately triggers `create_purchase_order` for the missing components without waiting for your manual input on every single step. It pulls supplier profiles using `get_supplier` to confirm shipping terms first. You get a complete, ready-to-go order queued up inside Windsurf, keeping your production schedule on track without the usual administrative friction.

Instant supplier audits via Windsurf MCP Server

Run deep dives into your supply chain health without leaving your workspace. The agent pulls active quotes with `list_rfqs` and maps them against your historical orders using `list_purchase_orders` to spot pricing trends. Cascade handles the entire data-gathering loop in the background. It summarizes supplier performance by inspecting details with `get_supplier`, giving you the exact data you need to negotiate better terms during your next production run.

Setup guide

Set up Factor (Cofactr) MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the Factor (Cofactr) 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

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my Factor (Cofactr) payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Factor (Cofactr) tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "factor-cofactr-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Factor (Cofactr) MCP in Windsurf

Cascade reads your local schematics and uses the MCP server to call `list_items` to query the catalog. It then automatically calls `get_item` on potential matches to check specs, ensuring you find drop-in replacements without manual searching.

Yes. Cascade can chain `list_inventory` to identify shortages and then call `create_purchase_order` to draft orders. You retain final approval, but the agent handles the tedious data entry and supplier lookups.

Just ask Cascade to check your pending quotes. It runs `list_rfqs` and uses `get_rfq` to pull the specific pricing and lead times, presenting a clean summary directly in your active chat.

Your agent runs `list_suppliers` and checks specific details with `get_supplier`. It flags any changes in delivery dates against your outstanding orders from `list_purchase_orders` so you can adjust your build schedule.

Your purchase orders and inventory data never touch third-party servers during transit. Vinkius runs this MCP server inside an isolated, zero-trust sandbox, meaning your proprietary component lists and supplier pricing remain completely private to your local environment.

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