SDCL § 54-13-6: Contracts with state agencies, nonprofit corporations, or individuals.

The Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, in the administration of this chapter, may contract with one or more established agencies of state government, nonprofit corporations, or individuals to provide mediation services for borrowers and creditors and to provide financial preparation assistance for borrowers involved in mediation. Any contract executed under this section is exempt from chapters 5-18A and 5-18D. The contract may include terms and conditions as the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources deems appropriate.