Scope of Work
Detailed system description, site plan, equipment make/models, capacity, and deliverables to remove ambiguity about what will be installed and tested.
A precise Solar Energy Installation Agreement protects both parties by assigning regulatory compliance tasks, clarifying payment triggers tied to milestones, preserving tax-incentive eligibility, and setting warranty and maintenance obligations to reduce disputes and project delays.
Each signer should confirm authority to bind their organization and verify that required supporting documents are attached before execution.
Detailed system description, site plan, equipment make/models, capacity, and deliverables to remove ambiguity about what will be installed and tested.
Milestone schedule, holdbacks, financing terms, and remedies for late payments; ties funding to permit, installation, and commissioning events.
Allocation of responsibility for securing building permits, electrical permits, and utility interconnection applications, plus timelines for each step.
Manufacturer and installer warranties, production guarantees, performance measurement methods, and remedies for underperformance.
Procedures for lien releases, waiver timing, and mutual indemnities covering property damage, personal injury, and intellectual property issues.
Events of default, cure periods, termination rights, and calculation of liquidated damages or retention releases on early termination.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signer Order | Sequential or parallel as required by lender or HOA approvals |
| Authentication | Email link, SMS code, or advanced KBA for higher assurance |
| Conditional Fields | Show or hide fields based on payment option or financing selection |
| Audit Trail | Enable comprehensive log with IP, timestamp, and action history |
Ensure the platform can produce an audit trail, support conditional fields for variable financing options, and preserve signed PDFs for compliance.
Varies widely; expect 2–12 weeks depending on locality and workload
Utility review periods differ; plan for several weeks to months
Procurement can take 2–12 weeks based on SKU availability
Local inspection scheduling may add 1–4 weeks after installation
Final testing and meter installation completes project acceptance
Final executed document in PDF/A for long-term storage; include embedded signature metadata and audit trail for legal admissibility.
Single-line electrical diagram, roof plan, and structural calculations attached as exhibits to support permits and inspections.
Manufacturer datasheets, warranty certificates, and maintenance schedules attached to preserve coverage and claims process.
Utility-specific interconnection application and any required net-metering or export documentation submitted with the signed agreement.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes, limited |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Optica moved to online signing to standardize contracts and reduce errors
A regional property manager consolidated contractor agreements and permits