The Commissioner may contract with consultants and other professionals to expedite and complete the application process, audits, and other regulatory activities required pursuant to this Part. Such contracts for financial, legal, audits, and other services shall not be subject to any of the following:
(1) G.S. 114-2.3.
(2) G.S. 147-17.
(3) Articles 3, 3C, and 8 of Chapter 143 of the General Statutes, together with rules and procedures adopted under those Articles concerning procurement, contracting, and contract review.