This is a Request for Information to explore partnerships that would increase Veteran access to clinical research sites, potentially leading to a Collaborative Research and Development Agreement. The VA seeks community partners, especially those with infrastructure to operate in rural U.S. areas, to serve as additional locations for clinical trials and epidemiological studies. Partners must have dedicated clinical research space and equipment to conduct study visits and procedures. Geographic alignment with existing research nodes in numerous specified U.S. cities is required, and there is a specific interest in expanding blood collection capabilities to rural areas. No budget or specific performance timelines are detailed in this initial RFI.