SOMAH can help at every step of the way — securing clients, meeting requirements and finding job trainees.
Application Timeline
Ready to get started with SOMAH? Learn more about the application process and access documents .
Online Bidding Tool
Use the Online Bidding Tool on the TradePro Connect platform to get new SOMAH-qualified leads.
With this platform, eligible contractors can submit competitive proposals to potential clients soliciting project bids. Contractors that have designated a primary account holder will receive an invitation to register for the platform.
Job Trainee Eligibility
Contractors on SOMAH projects are required to hire eligible job trainees for all SOMAH installations and meet trainee wage requirements.
The number of trainees and required work hours depends on the size of the system installation. Learn more about job trainee requirements and access the Job Training Portal .
SOMAH is committed to fair hiring. Watch the "Hiring with Purpose: Inclusive Hiring Practices for Solar Employers" webinar or contact workforce@CalSOMAH.org .
Job Training Organization Directory
Looking to hire job trainees or have positions available for your SOMAH project?
Review the Job Training Organization Directory to connect with organizations that can help.
Tenant Education
Deliver quality tenant education that meets SOMAH requirements.
To get started, download the Tenant Education Toolkit . If you need assistance, complete the Tenant Services Intake Form to access free support services
Compliance with VNEM
Confidently plan and manage utility connection requirements.
Interconnecting a SOMAH installation requires following specific processes for virtual net energy metering (VNEM), which vary with each utility.
Follow this link to learn about the General VNEM Steps and get resources for each of the state’s participating utilities. You can also watch our video “What is VNEM?”
Find a Subcontractor
Find a subcontractor to help you with your next SOMAH project using the contractor directory.
Use the below search fields to locate subcontractors near you. You can filter by city, county and/or contractor type.