SDCL § 49-37-10: Competitive bidding requirements suspended during emergency.

In the event of sudden or unexpected damage, injury or impairment of such plant, works, system, or other property belonging to a consumers power district, the board of directors may, in its discretion, declare an emergency, and proceed with the necessary repairs, alterations, extensions, additions, or other work, without first complying with the provisions of § 49-37-9.