Ian Farmer Associates has begun ground investigations for the multimillion-pound A737 Dalry Bypass project in Ayrshire.

The 12-week project will include tests such as boreholes and trial pits to establish the existing ground conditions at the development site.

The 4km infrastructure project, which is valued to be worth between £34 million - £38 million, will see a new bypass developed as well as associated junctions to connect the existing A737 Trunk Road and local road network

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Four bidders have been shortlisted for the scheme, which are: Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Limited; Farrans Construction and Roadbridge; Interserve Construction Limited; and John Paul Construction Limited and Somague Engenharia. Work is expected to get underway in early 2017.

A spokesperson for Transport Scotland said: "The new A737 Dalry Bypass will be a key driver in improving economic and employment opportunities in the area by providing better journey time reliability and enhancing connectivity. It will also improve safety and reduce air quality by taking unsuitable traffic away from Dalry.

"The ground investigations includes tests such as boreholes and trial pits to establish the geology at the site. This provides value for money as it gives shortlisted bidders with the additional detailed information they need to reduce the risks which could affect their plans for the construction of the Dalry Bypass."

(LM)