Terms and Conditions
Last updated: June 2026 · Version 1.0 · CERTavia is a product of Litzki Systems LLC.
This is a non-binding English translation provided for convenience. In case of any discrepancy or ambiguity, the German original version is legally binding.
1. Scope
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") apply to all services that CERTavia, a product of Litzki Systems LLC, 7901 4th St N, #32272, St. Petersburg, FL 33702, USA, provides to clients.
CERTavia is directed exclusively at businesses within the meaning of § 14 of the German Civil Code (BGB), legal entities under public law, and special funds under public law. No contracts are concluded with consumers.
Deviating or conflicting terms of the client apply only if CERTavia has expressly agreed to them in writing.
2. Scope of Services
CERTavia provides infrastructure evidence services for the EU AI Act, NIS2, and DORA, in particular:
- Infrastructure evidence checks with a result document
- Infrastructure validations based on the Sovereign Validation Protocol (SOVP)
- Supporting documentation for infrastructure evidence in regulatory review procedures
The specific scope of services results from the respective offer or service agreement. CERTavia provides advisory services and delivers audit-ready documentation. CERTavia does not provide legal advice and does not replace legal or tax counsel.
3. Formation of Contract
A contract is formed upon written order confirmation by CERTavia or upon the performance of the service. Offers by CERTavia are subject to change and non-binding, unless expressly agreed otherwise.
4. Client's Duty to Cooperate
The client shall provide CERTavia with all information, access, and documents required for the performance of the service in a timely and complete manner. Delays due to a lack of cooperation shall not be to the detriment of CERTavia.
5. Fees and Payment
Fees are based on the respective offer. All prices are in Euro (EUR) plus applicable taxes. For B2B customers in the DACH region, the reverse-charge procedure applies in accordance with applicable international tax regulations.
Invoices are payable within 14 days of the invoice date without deduction, unless agreed otherwise.
6. Results and Usage Rights
CERTavia grants the client a simple, non-transferable right to use the result documents created within the scope of the engagement for internal purposes. Disclosure to third parties is permitted only within the scope of the agreed purpose of use (e.g., submission to auditors, authorities, or the client's own board).
The Sovereign Validation Protocol (SOVP) and related protocol specifications remain the intellectual property of Litzki Systems LLC.
7. Confidentiality
Both parties shall treat confidential information of the other party as confidential and shall disclose it to third parties only to the extent required for the performance of the service or where a legal obligation exists.
8. Liability
CERTavia is liable without limitation for damages resulting from injury to life, body, or health, as well as for damages caused intentionally or through gross negligence.
Otherwise, liability is limited to the damage typically foreseeable under the contract. In particular, CERTavia is not liable for indirect damages, lost profits, or consequential damages arising from regulatory decisions of third parties.
CERTavia provides no guarantee that the evidence provided will in every case be recognized as sufficient by authorities or auditors. The regulatory assessment lies with the competent bodies.
9. Term and Termination
Project-based services end upon the agreed delivery of the result document. Ongoing agreements may be terminated in writing by either party with 30 days' notice to the end of a calendar month, unless agreed otherwise.
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
The law of the Federal Republic of Germany applies, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG). To the extent legally permissible, the place of jurisdiction for all disputes arising from or in connection with these Terms shall be the client's registered seat or another permissible place of jurisdiction at CERTavia's discretion.
11. Changes to These Terms
CERTavia reserves the right to amend these Terms with effect for the future. Amendments will be communicated to the client in writing or by email. If the client does not object within 30 days, the amended Terms shall be deemed accepted.
12. Severability
Should individual provisions of these Terms be or become invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected. The invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that comes as close as possible to the economic purpose of the invalid provision.