Bold Systems MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Bold Systems in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http bold-systems https://gateway.pipeworx.io/bold-systems/mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bold-systems": {
      "url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/bold-systems/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add bold-systems -- npx -y @pipeworx/mcp-bold-systems

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bold-systems": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@pipeworx/mcp-bold-systems"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Bold Systems MCP server do?

BOLD Systems (Barcode of Life Data System, University of Guelph) — the global DNA barcode…

Is the Bold Systems MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Bold Systems run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Bold Systems to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http bold-systems https://gateway.pipeworx.io/bold-systems/mcp

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