Prince William County

Located just 20 miles from Washington, DC in the thriving Northern Virginia region, Prince William County has emerged as a leading business location for industries such as biotechnology, information technology and government contracting. Prince William County is committed to maintaining a pro-business climate by utilizing a unique “university-centered” model for economic development and is home to:

• George Mason University’s Life Science campus including:
  • The National Center for Biodefense and Infectious Diseases and
  • The Biomedical Research Lab now under construction

• Innovation Technology Park, a 1500-acre business and technology park targeting biotechnology, life science, and supporting industries

• Life science industry leaders such as:
  • American Type Culture Collection
  • MediaTech
  • Covance Laboratories

• A highly-educated and skilled workforce: 44% of the workforce has some form of higher education

• Accessible infrastructure to support business needs including:
  • Highway transportation improvements
  • Multiple fiber providers
  • Redundant electrial power in some locations
  • Two VRE stations
  • Short drive to Dulles International Airport and Reagan National Airport
  • Ample water and wastewater capacity
  • Multiple natural gas providers

• The state’s 2nd largest school system, with strong emphasis on innovative curricula and advanced academic programs

Prince William County is combining innovation with local resources to create new possibilities for business growth in a place where technologies converge.

For additional information, please contact:

Prince William County
Department of Economic Development
10530 Linden Lake Plaza, #105
Manassas, VA 20109-6434
Phone: 703.792.5500
www.pwcecondev.org