Article Summary
ChatGPT lets you connect external tools to your conversations using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Once set up, you can ask ChatGPT things like "What projects are due this week?" or "Search our content library for anything about data security" and it will pull the answer straight from AutoRFP.
📝 Note: Adding a new plug in requires users to configure settings using the ChatGPT website and cannot be done using the ChatGPT Desktop Application.
Estimated Time
5 minutes
Prerequisites
Requires a ChatGPT Plus, Pro, or Team subscription
Developer Mode Permissions
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Open Settings
Open chatgpt.com in your browser
In the left sidebar, click Settings > Apps > Advanced Settings
Toggle on Developer Mode
Exit out of the Settings pop up
Step 2: Add the AutoRFP.ai MCP Tool
Go to Plugins page, using the menu on the left
Click on the + button
In the New Plugin dialog, fill in the following details:
Name: AutoRFP
Connection: Server URL
Server URL: https://api.autorfp.ai/mcp
Authentication: OAuth
Check the box to confirm: "I understand and want to continue"
Click Create
‼️ Important: ChatGPT will display a warning that custom MCP servers introduce risk. This is a standard notice — AutoRFP's MCP server is secure, but always ensure you're using the official URL: https://api.autorfp.ai/mcp
Step 3: Authenticate with AutoRFP.ai
After clicking Create, ChatGPT will prompt you to connect your AutoRFP.ai account
Click Connect and sign in to AutoRFP.ai via the OAuth popup
Authorize the connection and allow ChatGPT access to read data from AutoRFP.ai when prompted
Once connected, the AutoRFP.ai app will appear in your Personal Plugins
Step 4: Start Using It
Start a new chat in ChatGPT (either the Desktop App or the website)
If you are using the ChatGPT App, you may have to refresh
Click the + button on the left of the chat box
Select AutoRFP
Enter a request to test your connection
for example: "Search our content library for data security answers" or "What AutoRFP.ai projects are currently active?"
💡 FAQs
Which ChatGPT plans support MCP?
MCP connectors are available on ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Team plans.
What can AutoRFP do inside ChatGPT?
Once connected, ChatGPT can search your content library, retrieve project details, check deadlines, and more by using the same tools available in AutoRFP's native agent.
What should I do if the OAuth popup is blocked?
If the popup doesn't appear, update your browser settings to allow popups for chatgpt.com and try again.
Need Help?
💬 Live Chat: Available in-app
📚 Learning Centre: learn.autorfp.ai/en
Learn More
Learn more about the AutoRFP MCP Server and how you can use it in the following guides:


