How to Use the GovCon API MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

Q: How do I connect the GovCon API to my OpenAI Agents SDK project?

You instantiate an MCPServerStreamableHttp object with the server URL and pass it to your Agent constructor. The SDK handles tool discovery automatically.

Q: How do I list agencies using the GovCon API with OpenAI Agents SDK?

Simply call the listgovernmentagencies tool within your agent loop. It returns the full list of registered agencies in the database.

Audit federal procurement data directly within your OpenAI Agents SDK agent, ensuring your contract bids stay compliant.

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Connect GovCon API MCP to OpenAI Agents SDK

Create your Vinkius account to connect GovCon API to OpenAI Agents SDK and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Real-time GovCon API availability checks

Your agent needs to know if the pipe is open before it starts pulling data. Use `check_api_status` to verify the service is live and responding. Don't let your process hang on a dead endpoint. This tool confirms connectivity so your agent logic stays on track.

Targeted contract discovery for OpenAI Agents SDK

Stop digging through noise. Use `search_government_contracts` to pull precise procurement opportunities based on your specific keywords. It feeds the results straight into your agent's memory. You get the raw data without the manual filtering.

Granular procurement data extraction

Need the fine print on a specific bid? Use `get_procurement_details` to pull the full record for any opportunity ID you find. Your agent parses these details instantly. It saves you from manual review of complex government documents.

Setup guide

Set up GovCon API MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

Prerequisites

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

1

Install the SDK

Run pip install openai-agents to install the OpenAI Agents SDK. The MCP integration is built-in — no extra dependencies needed.
2

Connect via SSE transport

Use MCPServerSse with your Vinkius endpoint URL. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. The SDK auto-discovers all GovCon API tools at runtime.
3

Create your Agent

Pass the MCP to Agent(mcp_servers=[server]). The agent receives GovCon API tools as native definitions — JSON schemas resolve automatically.
4

Run the agent

Call Runner.run(agent, prompt) to execute. The agent invokes the appropriate GovCon API tools and returns structured results. Copy the full example on the right to get started.

agent.py

import asyncio
from agents import Agent, Runner
from agents.mcp import MCPServerSse

async def main():
    async with MCPServerSse(
        url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    ) as server:
        agent = Agent(
            name="GovCon API Agent",
            instructions="You have access to GovCon API tools.",
            mcp_servers=[server],
        )
        result = await Runner.run(agent, "List recent transactions")
        print(result.final_output)

asyncio.run(main())

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Common questions about GovCon API MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

You instantiate an `MCPServerStreamableHttp` object with the server URL and pass it to your Agent constructor. The SDK handles tool discovery automatically.

Yes. The underlying implementation relies on async context managers. This keeps your agent responsive during long-running procurement queries.

The SDK provides tracing and guardrails to catch bad responses. You should implement validation logic to handle unexpected data formats from the server.

Simply call the `list_government_agencies` tool within your agent loop. It returns the full list of registered agencies in the database.

All procurement data flows directly from the server to your agent's local runtime. Vinkius operates a zero-trust model where we don't store your query history.

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