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multistop_quote
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Quote a multi-stop FTL route: ONE truck visits 3+ stops in order (first pickup → intermediate stops → final delivery). Use for milk runs, pool distribution, or multi-store replenishment on a single truck — for a simple A→B truckload use ftl_quote. Auth required (free account). Coverage is route-dependent — not every route has a rate yet.

Tool call template

Replace each placeholder with a value matching the input schema. Only required parameters are included; add optional parameters as needed.

{
  "id": 1,
  "jsonrpc": "2.0",
  "method": "tools/call",
  "params": {
    "arguments": {
      "pickup_zip": "<pickup_zip>",
      "stop_zips": "<stop_zips>",
      "delivery_zip": "<delivery_zip>",
      "pickup_date": "<pickup_date>"
    },
    "name": "multistop_quote"
  }
}

Input Schema

NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
palletsNoTotal pallets riding the route (default 1)
commodityNoCommodity description
stop_zipsYes5-digit ZIPs of the intermediate stops, in route order (at least 1)
pickup_zipYes5-digit ZIP of the first pickup stop
pickup_dateYesPickup date YYYY-MM-DD
delivery_zipYes5-digit ZIP of the final delivery stop
vehicle_typeNoVehicle code (default DRY_VAN_53)
total_weight_lbsNoTotal weight across all freight in lbs (default 500 per pallet)

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observed

TDQS

A4.4/5.0
Behavior4/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already indicate readOnlyHint=true, and the description adds context about route ordering, authentication requirements, and coverage limitations. No contradictions detected.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Three sentences cover purpose, use cases, alternative, and caveats. No redundancy; every sentence adds value.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Lacks output schema but describes the tool's behavior, scope, and limitations well. Outperforms a bare-bones description but could mention return format or error scenarios.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already details each parameter. The description provides no additional parameter-level meaning beyond what's in the schema, meriting a baseline score.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly defines the tool as quoting a multi-stop FTL route with a specific order (first pickup → intermediate stops → final delivery). It distinguishes itself from the sibling tool 'ftl_quote' by contrasting multi-stop vs simple A→B.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines5/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Explicitly states when to use (milk runs, pool distribution, multi-store replenishment) and when not to (simple A→B, use ftl_quote). Also notes authentication requirement and coverage dependency.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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