[*] = Certain marked information has been omitted from this exhibit because it is both not material and is the type that the registrant treats as private or confidential.
Exhibit 10.1
LICENSE AND COLLABORATION AGREEMENT
This License and Collaboration Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of the Execution Date by and between Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a Delaware corporation having its principal place of business at 1180 Veterans Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA 94080 (“Rigel”), and Eli Lilly and Company, an Indiana corporation having its principal place of business at Lilly Corporate Center, Indianapolis, Indiana 96285 (“Lilly”). Rigel and Lilly are sometimes referred to herein individually as a “Party” and collectively as the “Parties.”
Recitals
Whereas, Rigel is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering, developing and providing novel, small-molecule drugs for the treatment of immune and hematologic disorders, cancer and rare diseases.
Whereas, Lilly is a biotechnology company engaged in the research, development, marketing, manufacturing and distribution of pharmaceutical products.
Whereas, Rigel has developed certain compounds directed to RIP1 and has completed a Phase 1 Clinical Trial for R552, a non-CNS penetrant RIP1 inhibitor and has initiated pre-clinical activities for CNS penetrant RIP1 inhibitors.
Whereas, Lilly and Rigel desire to establish a collaboration for the Development and Commercialization of certain Compounds (including R552) and Products in the Field (each, as defined below) on the terms of this Agreement.
Now, Therefore, in consideration of the foregoing premises and the mutual promises, covenants and conditions contained in this Agreement, the Parties agree as follows:
As used in this Agreement, the following initially capitalized terms, whether used in the singular or plural form, shall have the meanings set forth in this Article 1 (Definitions).
Such amounts shall be determined from the books and records of Lilly or applicable Sublicensee, maintained in accordance with U.S. GAAP or, in the case of Sublicensees, such similar accounting principles, consistently applied. Lilly further agrees in determining such amounts, it will use Lilly’s then-current standard procedures and methodology, including Lilly’s then-current standard exchange rate methodology for the translation of foreign currency sales into Dollars or, in the case of Sublicensees, such similar methodology, consistently applied.
In the event that the Product is sold as part of a Combination Product, the Net Sales of the Product, for the purposes of determining royalty or commercial milestone payments, shall be determined by multiplying the Net Sales of the Combination Product (as defined in the standard Net Sales definition) by the fraction, A / (A+B) where A is the weighted average sale price of the Product when sold separately in finished form, and B is the weighted average sale price of the Other Technolog(ies) sold separately in finished or final form.
In the event that the weighted average sale price of the Product can be determined but the weighted average sale price of the Other Technolog(ies) cannot be determined, Net Sales for purposes of determining royalty or commercial milestone payments shall be calculated by multiplying the Net Sales of the Combination Product by the fraction A / C where A is the weighted average sale price of the Product when sold separately in finished form and C is the weighted average sale price of the Combination Product.
In the event that the weighted average sale price of the Other Technolog(ies) can be determined but the weighted average sale price of the Product cannot be determined, Net Sales for purposes of determining royalty or commercial milestone payments shall be calculated by multiplying the Net Sales of the Combination Product by the following formula: one (1) minus (B / C) where B is the weighted average sale price of the Other Technolog(ies) when sold separately in finished or final form and C is the weighted average sale price of the Combination Product.
If the weighted average sale price of both the Product and the Other Technolog(ies) in the Combination Product cannot be determined, the Net Sales of the Product shall be deemed to be equal to the mutually agreed (by the Parties) percentage of the Net Sales of the Combination Product, based on the relative value and/or cost of the Product and Other Technolog(ies) in such Combination Product, such agreement not to be unreasonably withheld.
The weighted average sale price for a Product, Other Technolog(ies), or Combination Product shall be calculated once each Calendar Year and such price shall be used during all applicable royalty-reporting periods for the entire following Calendar Year. When determining the weighted average sale price of a Product, Other Technolog(ies), or Combination Product, the weighted average sale price shall be calculated by dividing the sales price (translated into Dollars) by the units of active pharmaceutical ingredient sold during the twelve (12) months (or the number of months sold in a partial Calendar Year) of the preceding Calendar Year for the respective Product, Other Technolog(ies), or Combination Product. In the initial Calendar Year, a forecasted weighted average sale price will be used for the Product, Other Technolog(ies), or Combination Product. Any over or under payment due to a difference between forecasted and actual weighted average sale prices will be paid or credited in the first royalty payment of the following Calendar Year.
Know-How Transfer7.5(b)(iii)(1)
Permitted Cost Overrun3.8(a)(iii)(1)
Stage 1 Excess R552 Development Costs3.8(a)(iv)(1)
Stage 1 Opt-Out Notice3.8(a)(iv)(1)
Stage 1 Opt-Out Period3.8(a)(iv)(1)
Stage 1 Transition Date3.8(a)(iv)(1)
Stage 2 Excess R552 Development Costs3.8(a)(iv)(2)
Stage 2 Opt-Out Notice3.8(a)(iv)(2)
Stage 2 Opt-Out Period3.8(a)(iv)(2)
Lilly shall reimburse Rigel for all reasonable internal costs (at the FTE Rate) and Out-of-Pocket Expenses incurred by Rigel in connection with the activities to be undertaken by Rigel as described in this Article 4 (Regulatory Matters), quarterly in arrears within thirty (30) days of an invoice from Rigel.
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If to Rigel: | Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
With a copy to: | Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati |
If to Lilly: | Eli Lilly and Company |
Lilly Research Laboratories
Fax: (317) 651-3051
With a copy to: | Eli Lilly and Company |
[Signature Page to Follow]
In Witness Whereof, the Parties have executed this Agreement by their duly authorized officers as of the Execution Date.
Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. By: /s/ Raul Rodriguez Name: Raul Rodriguez Title: President & Chief Executive Officer | Eli Lilly and Company By: /s/ David A. Ricks Name: David A. Ricks Title: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Eli Lilly and Company |
CNS Penetrant Criteria
Exhibit 1.14
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Initial Non-CNS Penetrant Development Plan
Exhibit 1.69
See Initial R552 Development Plan in Exhibit 1.89 (Initial R552 Development Plan)
R552
Exhibit 1.85
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Initial R552 Development Plan
Exhibit 1.89
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Rigel Patents
Exhibit 1.97
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RIP1 Inhibitor Criteria
Exhibit 1.100
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Rxxx Data Package
Exhibit 3.4(b)
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Exhibit 3.6 – Part A
Eli Lilly and Company Good Research Practices
Good Research Practice Expectations for External Partners
Eli Lilly and Company strives to provide innovative medicines, information, and exceptional customer service enabling people to live longer, healthier, and more active lives. This service cannot be achieved unless we conduct each aspect of our business with planning, innovation and an unsurpassed focus on Quality. Lilly has compiled a set of shared research Quality Standards defining how our research laboratories conduct good science. We call these Good Research Practices (GRPs), and they enable us to consistently deliver a degree of excellence, whether it is data, methodology, etc. In conducting business with Lilly, our expectation is that you conduct good science with a focus on Quality. The Lilly GRPs are defined below:
1.0 | Governance |
1.1 | Facilities Senior management must ensure that the facility is |
Suitable for the intended use, is adequately protected
for the work that is to be performed, and that risk to
continuation of the business has been identified and
minimized in order to restore normal business
operation.
1.2 | Adherence Senior management must also establish processes to |
enable adherence to GRPs and assure that
monitoring of adherence to the GRPs occurs.
2.0 | GRP Principles |
2.1 | AccountabilityScientists, supervision, management, and support |
personnel are all owners of and accountable for Good Research Practices.
2.2 | Qualifications Individuals must have documented training, |
education, and/or experience to perform the task required by their current roles.
2.3 | Test Materials Test materials must be identified, characterized, and |
stored properly to ensure that they are suitable for the intended research purpose.
2.4 | Equipment Laboratory equipment used to generate research |
data must be maintained, verified, and calibrated.
2.5 | Computer SystemsUsers of the computer systems which are used to |
generate, manage, store or analyze data must provide assurance that the systems are working as intended.
2.6 | In Vitro AssaysThe optimization, validation, and data analysis of in |
vitro assays must be performed in a manner that follows scientific and statistical principles, including Design and Optimization, Validation, Analysis, and Analysis Comparison and Correlation.
2.7 | In Vivo AssaysThe optimization, validation, and data analysis of in |
vivo assays must be performed in a manner that follows scientific and statistical principles, including Design and Optimization, Validation, and Analysis.
2.8 | Documentation All experimental procedures, observations, data, and |
results must be promptly and accurately recorded or referenced in laboratory notebooks and/or data binders to ensure data integrity.
2.9 | Record RetentionAll notebooks and related research materials must be |
securely maintained and archived.
appropriate quality standards and reviewed to ensure integrity.
Exhibit 3.6 – Part B
Lilly Principles for Animal Care and Use for Third Party Organizations
Eli Lilly and Company recognizes that we have an ethical and scientific obligation to ensure the appropriate care and treatment of animals used in research. We expect all organizations with which we contract for animal research or supply to comply with all applicable country and local regulations dealing with the appropriate use and care for animals. We expect third party organizations to apply the Lilly Principles for animal care and use.
Lilly also actively encourages animal research and animal supply companies, both inside and outside the United States, to obtain and maintain accreditation from AAALAC International. These principles are internationally recognized standards for appropriate animal care and use. Through active engagement, Lilly is helping to raise the standards of animal care and use in countries that have not had such standards or enforced them. Lilly is requesting assurance that all third party suppliers of animal use activities or animals read and comply with these requirements.
Regulations - Lilly expects all individuals and organizations with which Lilly contracts for animal use activities (e.g. research, development, quality control, manufacturing), or the supply of animals to be used by the company, to do the following for each location at where animals are used or held:
• | comply with all applicable country and local laws, regulations, and standards regarding the care and use of animals |
• | comply with the Lilly animal care and use principles stated below, even if they impose requirements beyond the applicable local requirements |
• | establish a mechanism to assess compliance with such laws, regulations, standards, and the Lilly principles stated below |
• | primates must be obtained by reputable suppliers in compliance with all local, federal, and international regulations |
Animal Care – All animals must be healthy. Living conditions must be in a natural or appropriate setting for the animal species and contribute to their health and well-being. Personnel who care for animals or conduct animal studies must be appropriately qualified regarding the proper care and use of animals in research.
Studies – The following widely recognized principles of animal care and use:
• | due consideration of the relevance of the study to human or animal health and the advancement of scientific knowledge |
• | selecting only animals appropriate for that study with careful consideration with nonhuman primate use |
• | animals should be colony-bred and not wild-caught |
• | using only the minimum number of animals required to obtain valid results |
• | clearly define the humane and/or study endpoints |
• | avoiding or minimizing discomfort and distress to the animals |
• | using alternative methods instead of live animals when appropriate, adoption of the 3R’s of replace, reduce, refine |
Reporting – any animal welfare issue, concerns that may affect the welfare of animals on study or the validity of the testing being conducted, or events representing deviations from animal welfare regulatory guidance must be reported to Lilly within 3 business days by email (animal_welfare_global_external@lilly.com) or by calling the Lilly Ethics and Compliance Hotline (800-815-2481). This would include, but is not limited to, animal illness, disease outbreak, or any significant (i.e. reportable to a government authority) non-compliance with any country or local animal welfare laws, regulations, or standards, or the Lilly principles stated above.
Audits/monitoring – Lilly has the discretion to periodically assess any animal(s) used on behalf of Lilly regarding animal use, care, and welfare in accordance with the auditing/monitoring provisions stated in the contract.
Form of Press Release
Exhibit 12.4(b)
February XX, 2021
For Release:Draft D
Refer to: Mark Taylor; mark.taylor@lilly.com; (317) 276-5795 (Lilly Media)
Kevin Hern; hern_kevin_r@lilly.com; (317) 277-1838 (Lilly Investors)
Rigel Investor Contact - (650) 624-1232; ir@rigel.com
Rigel Media Contact – (508) 314-3157; emily.correia@syneoshealth.com
Lilly and Rigel Enter Strategic Collaboration to Develop RIPK1 Inhibitors for the Potential Treatment of Immunological and Neurodegenerative Diseases
● | Lilly will obtain an exclusive worldwide license to Rigel’s RIPK1 inhibitors, including Rigel’s Phase 2-ready molecule R552, in all indications |
● | Rigel will receive an upfront cash payment of $125 million, with the potential for up to an additional $835 million in future development, regulatory, and commercial milestones |
INDIANAPOLIS and SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO — Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) and Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: RIGL) today announced a global exclusive license agreement and strategic collaboration to co-develop and commercialize Rigel’s R552, a receptor-interacting serine/threonine-protein kinase 1 (RIPK1) inhibitor, for all indications including autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Pursuant to the collaboration, Lilly will also lead all clinical development of brain penetrating RIPK1 inhibitors in central nervous system (CNS) diseases.
Rigel’s lead RIPK1 inhibitor, R552, has completed Phase 1 clinical trials and will begin Phase 2 clinical trials in 2021 as part of the collaboration. Rigel also has ongoing pre-clinical activities with its lead CNS penetrant RIPK1 inhibitor candidates.
Under the terms of the agreement, Lilly will pay an upfront cash payment to Rigel of $125 million. Rigel may also be eligible to receive up to $835 million in potential development, regulatory, and commercial milestone payments, as well as tiered royalties ranging from the mid-single digit to high-teens that will vary depending upon Rigel’s clinical development investment. Lilly and Rigel will co-develop R552 at specified contribution levels. Lilly will be responsible for all costs of global commercialization for R552, and Rigel will have the right to co-commercialize R552 in the U.S. Lilly will be solely responsible for all clinical development and commercialization of brain penetrating RIPK1 inhibitors in CNS indications.
RIPK1 is a critical signaling protein implicated in a broad range of key inflammatory cellular processes including necroptosis, a type of regulated cell death, and cytokine production. In necroptosis, cells rupture leading to the dispersion of cell contents which can trigger an immune response and enhance inflammation. Inhibiting RIPK1 may be a new approach to treating various autoimmune, inflammatory, and neurodegenerative disorders. In pre-clinical studies, Rigel’s R552 demonstrated prevention of joint and skin inflammation in a RIPK1-mediated murine model of inflammation and tissue damage.
“At Lilly, our immunology strategy is focused on the pursuit of novel targets that have the potential to develop into best-in-class medicines for patients with autoimmune conditions,” said Ajay Nirula, M.D., Ph.D., vice president of immunology at Lilly. “RIPK1 inhibitors are a promising approach, and R552 is an exciting addition to our immunology pipeline. We look forward to working with Rigel to advance its clinical development.”
“We are very excited to form this strategic partnership with Lilly. This collaboration will provide significant resources and expertise to support a broad investigation in multiple disease indications with our RIPK1 inhibitors,” said Raul Rodriguez, Rigel’s president and CEO. “With Lilly’s extensive knowledge in immune and CNS diseases, they are our ideal partner to ensure the clinical and commercial success of our RIPK1 inhibitor program.”
This transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including clearance under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976. This transaction will be reflected in Lilly’s reported results and financial guidance according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). There will be no change to Lilly’s 2021 non-GAAP earnings per share guidance as a result of this transaction.
About Rigel
Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc., is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering, developing and providing novel small molecule drugs that significantly improve the lives of patients with hematologic disorders, cancer and rare immune diseases. Rigel's pioneering research focuses on signaling pathways that are critical to disease mechanisms. To learn more about Rigel, please visit us at www.rigel.com.
About Eli Lilly and Company
Lilly is a global healthcare leader that unites caring with discovery to create medicines that make life better for people around the world. We were founded more than a century ago by a man committed to creating high-quality medicines that meet real needs, and today we remain true to that mission in all our work. Across the globe, Lilly employees work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. To learn more about Lilly, please visit us at www.lilly.com. C-LLY
Rigel Forward Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements relating to, among other things, Rigel's partnership with Lilly; Rigel's ability to achieve development, regulatory and commercial milestone payments under its agreement with Lilly; and the potential indications that inhibiting RIPK1 may affect. Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Words such as "potential," "may," "expects" and similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on Rigel's current expectations and inherently involve significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward looking statements as a result of these risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, risks and uncertainties associated with the commercialization and marketing of TAVALISSE; risks that the FDA, EMA or other regulatory authorities may make adverse decisions regarding fostamatinib; risks that TAVALISSE clinical trials may not be predictive of real-world results or of results in subsequent clinical trials; risks that TAVALISSE may have unintended side effects, adverse reactions or incidents of misuses; the availability of resources to develop Rigel's product candidates; market competition; as well as other risks detailed from time to time in Rigel's reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2020. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic may result in further delays in Rigel's studies, trials and sales, or impact Rigel's ability to obtain supply of TAVALISSE. Rigel does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements and expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein.
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Lilly Forward-Looking Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements (as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) about the benefits of a license and collaboration agreement between Lilly and Rigel, Lilly’s development strategy, and potential payments to Rigel in connection with the license and collaboration, and reflects Lilly's current beliefs and expectations. However, as with any such undertaking, there are substantial risks and uncertainties in the process of drug research, development, and commercialization. Among other things, there can be no guarantee that Lilly will realize the expected benefits of the license and collaboration, that the license and collaboration will yield commercially successful products, or that Lilly will execute its strategy as expected. For a further discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from Lilly's expectations, please see Lilly's most recent Forms 10-K and 10-Q filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Lilly undertakes no duty to update forward-looking statements.
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