Article 33 · Chapter III: High-Risk AI Systems
Subsidiaries of Notified Bodies and Subcontracting
High risk
Summary
Where a notified body subcontracts specific tasks or uses a subsidiary, it remains responsible for compliance with Article 31 and must inform the notifying authority. Subcontracting requires the agreement of the provider being assessed.
Key obligations
- Notified bodies remain liable for subcontracted work
- Obtain provider consent before subcontracting