Can the consultant use a third party to perform administrative functions?

1.1.The Consultant may use a third party to perform any administrative, clerical or secretarial functions which are reasonably incidental to the provision of the Services provided that:

1.2.the Client will not be liable to bear the cost of such functions; and

1.3.at the Client's request the third party shall be required to enter into direct undertakings with the Client, including with regard to confidentiality.