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Page 1A PHASE 1/2 /3, PLACEBO -CONTROLLED , RANDOMIZED, OBSERV ER-BLIND,
DOSE -FINDING STUDY T O EVALUATE THE SAFETY, TOLERABI LITY,
IMMUNOGENICITY, AND EFFICACY OF SARS -COV -
2RNA VACCINE
CANDIDATES AGAINST C OVID -19 IN HEALTHY INDIVIDUALS
Study Sponsor: BioNTech
Study Conducted By: Pfizer
Study Intervention Number: PF-07302048
Study Intervention Name: RNA -Based COVID -19 Vaccine s
US IND Number: 19736
EudraCT Number: 2020- 002641- 42
Protocol Number: C4591001
Phase: 1/2/3
Short Title: A Phase 1/2 /3Study to Evaluate the Safety , Tolerabilit y, Immunogenicity, and
Efficacy of RNA Vaccine Candidates Against C OVID-19 in Healthy Individuals
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Protocol amendment 14 02March 2021 In order to further describe duration of
protection, and heterologous/homologous
protection against the emerging VOCs, an
additional dose of BNT162b2 or BNT162b2 SA
will be given to approximatel y 600 Phase 3
participants approximately 5 to 7months after
their second dose of BNT162b2 ;a further dose
of BNT162b2 SAwill be given to approximately
30of those participants who receive
BNT162b2 SA:
Added corresponding objectives,
estimands, and endpoints
Added corresponding SoA and
procedures
Added details in the s tatistical methods
sections .
Approximately 300 BNT162b2 -naïve
participants will be enrolled and receive 2 doses
of BNT162b2 SAto describe
heterologous/homologous protection against the
emerging VOCs and reference strains:
Added corresponding objectives,
estimands, and endpoints
Added corresponding SoA and
procedures
Added details in the s tatistical methods
sections .
Cell-mediated immune responses will also be
described follow ing isolatio ns of PBMCs in a
subset of both the Phase 3 participants who
receive a single booster vaccination and the
BNT162b2 -naïve group who receive
BNT162b2 SA.
Added the asymptomatic case definitions in
Section 8.1and further clarified the secondary
definition for asymptomatic case based on
seroconversion of N-binding antibody.
Defined the analysis populations used for
evaluation of asymptomatic infection based on
seroconversion of N -binding antibody and based
on NAAT from participants who consent to
active surveillance.
Clarified that unblinding for a nonemergency
reason should be conducted outside of the IRT
system .
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Clarified that ifmultiple visits occur on the same
day, all procedures for all visits must be
conducted (including collection of all blood
samples).
Clarified the plan for stepwise unblinding of the
sponsor in the study.
Protocol amendment 13 12February 2021 In order to describe the boostability of BNT162,
an additional dose of BNT162b2 at 30 µg w ill be
given to Phase 1 participants approximately 6 to
12 months after their second dose of BNT162 b1
or BNT162b2 :
Added corresponding objectives,
estimands, and endpoints
Added c orresponding SoA and
procedures
Added d etails in the s tatistical methods
sections .
Clarified the population used for analysis of
reactogenicity endpoints.
To align with current recommendations,
investigators may exercise judgment on review
of inclusio n and exclusion c riteria ahead of
vaccination with BNT162b2 for participants
who originally received placebo.
Clarified that i f a participant has previously
withdrawn consent and wishes to receive a
COVID -19 vaccine outside the study, they may
request to know which study intervention they
received for Vaccination (s)1/2 w ithout needing
to reconsent.
Participants who provide biw eekly swab sfor
surveillance of asymptomatic infection should
now continue to swab even after unblinding if
they originally received BNT162b2 , to
maximize the numbers of swabs to be collected .
Clarified the procedures for unscheduled visits
to administer a second dos e in the event a
participant received only 1 dose of BNT162b2.
Protocol amendment 12 14January 2021 Because of a formatting error in protocol
amendment 11, exclusion criterion 4 w as
inadvertently added to exclusion criterion 3 and
the subsequent criteria renumbered. This
amendment corrects that error.
Because of a change in the pace w ith which
participants ≥16 years of age who originally
received placebo wi llbecom e eligible for receipt
of BNT162b2 , text w as updated throughout the
protocol to reflect that this will happen in a
phased manner ,with recommendations detailed
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separately and available in the electronic study
reference portal .
Clarified that p articipants who are unblinded
because they becomepotentially eligible for
receipt of BNT162b2 w ill not p articipate in
surveillance for asymptomatic SARS CoV- 2
infection .
Corrected the exploratory objective to describe
non-S seroconversion to SARS -CoV- 2 to clarify
that this will only include participants who
received BNT162b2 at initial randomization
(since t hose who received it subsequently do not
have blood drawn).
In line with current recommendations, removed
the requirement to discontinue study
intervention because of a diagnosis of
COVID -19 during the study.
Protocol amendment 11 04January 2021 Added approaches to evaluate efficacy against
asymptomatic SAR S-CoV -2 infection :
Added objective s, estimand s,and endpoint s,
and statistical methods, for assessment via
N-binding antibody seroconversion ;
Added a potential intensive surveillance
period for nasal swabbing, for assessment via
NAAT:
Corresponding objectives, estimands ,and
endpoints added
Corresponding SoA and procedures
added
Details added in the statistical methods
sections .
Added the possibility of assessing f ull-length
S-binding , instead of S1-binding ,IgG levels in
Phase 2/3.
Clarified in Section 4.1.1 that any Phase 1
placebo recipient w ho has not already been
offered the opportunity to receive BNT162b2
will be given this opportunity at the approximate
time participants in Phase 2/3 reach Visit 4, for
consistency with other sections.
Added a sentence to reflect that assent is
obtained from participants <18 y ears of age .
Protocol amendment 10 01 Dec ember 2020 Added the possibility of administering
BNT162b2 to participants who originally
received placebo, following any local or national
recommendations .
Added the possibility of administering
BNT162b2 to participants who originally
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received placebo, following completion of the
active safety surveillance period .
Added corresponding exploratory objec tives and
statistical analysis details.
Removed immunogenicity analyses of titers
greater than defined threshold(s).
Removed the need for blinded COVID -19case
review after the final efficacy analysis.
Included thepossibility , due to local
circumstances r elated to the COVID -19
pandemic, that study procedures that do not
require in -person participant contact may be
performed by telehealth .
In light of additional information to better
estimate the standard deviation of SARS -CoV- 2
neutralizing titers , increas ed the sample size for
the noninferiority immunogenicity analysis in
adolescents 12 to 15 years of age.
Protocol amendment 9 29October 2020 To better align with the natural history of
SARS -CoV- 2 infection , added Phase 2/3
secondary efficacy objectives, estimand s,and
endpoint sto include COVID -19 cases that occur
from 14 days after the second dose ; also
modified the existing secondary efficacy
objectives, estimands, and endpoints to include
COVID -19 cases that occur from 14 days , as
well as 7 days ,after the second dose;
Made corresponding changes to the study
design, study assessments and procedures,
andstatistical analysis section s.
For operational reasons ,removed the interim
analysis planned after accrual of 32 cases.
Clarified that interim analyses will be conducted
after accrual of at least 62, 92, and 120 cases .
Included any participants 16 through 17 years of
age enrolled under this amendment in the
reactogenicity subset .
Added an unblinded clinical scientist to su pport
DMC activities.
Clarified that s erology data after a postbaseline
positive SARS -CoV- 2 test result will not be
included in the analysis based on theevaluable
immunogenicity population s.
Protocol amendment 8 15 October 2020 Removed “N-binding antibody ”and
“SARS -CoV- 2 detection by NAAT ”as
endpoints from the third exploratory objective ,
as these results are used for the determination of
the population, and are not endpoints.
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Clarified that the “Process 1” participants
included in the descriptiv e analysis of
“Process 1”-and “Process 2”- manufactured
study intervention swill be selected randomly .
Clarified that surveillance of potential
COVID -19 symptoms should continue even if a
participant has a positive SARS -CoV- 2 test
earlier in the study.
Further modified the circumstances in which a
local NAAT result may be used in the
COVID -19 case definition.
Clarified that f or participants who are not in the
reactogenicity subset, local reactions and
systemic events following vaccination should be
detected and reported as AEs .
Clarified that premenarchal females are not
WOCBP.
Made various editorial changes .
Protocol amendment 7 06 October 2020 Reduced the lower age range to include
adolescents 12 to 15 years of age and added
corresponding objectives.
Removed reference to COVID -19 antibody
testing in Section 2.3.2 .
Clarified w ith efficacy estimands and endpoints
that last dose refers to second dose.
Added an additional exploratory objective to
describe safety and immunogenicity in
participants 16 to 55 years of age vaccinated
with study intervention produced by
manufacturing “Process 1” or “Process 2.”
Clarified exclusion criterion 5.
Added Section 6.1.1 to describe manufacturing
“Process 1” and “Process 2.”
Clarified the degree of unblinding on the
unblinded submissions team in Section 6.3.3 .
Made provision for a second dose of BNT162b2
in participants who were affected by a
medication error at Visit 2 in Section 6.6.
Provided further clarification regarding
discontinuation of study intervention in
Section 7.1.
Modified the circumstances in which a local
NAAT result may be used in the COVID -19
case definition.
Added that 2 periods of potential COVID -19
symptoms within 4 days will be considered as a
single illness.
Provided guidance in Section 8.13 regard ing
circumstances in which a SARS -CoV -2 test
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might be required even if symptoms within 7
days following each vaccination are considered
more likely due to vaccine reactogenicity.
Made allow ance in Section 8.13 for a second
SARS -CoV- 2 test to be performed w ithin the
same potential COVID -19 illness if it is in
accordance w ith routine practice.
Added Section 8.15 to describe the reporting of
SARS -CoV- 2 test results and their implications
for participants receiving a second vaccine dose.
Added statistical hypot hesis and pow er analysis
for evaluation of noninferiority of the immune
response to BNT162b2 in participants 12 to 15
years of age to the response in participants 16 to
25 years of age.
Amended scope of analyses of safety data in
Section 9.5.1 .
Made variou s editorial changes.
Protocol amendment 6
(Germ any-specific)23 September 2020 According to regulatory request, inclusion
criterion 1 now specifies that participants less
than 18 years of age will not be enrolled in the
EU.
Protocol amendment 6 08 September 2020 Reordered some procedures in the Phase 2/3
schedule of activities for consistency with the
main body of the protocol.
Corrected the w indow for the 6 -month follow -up
visit to be approximately 6 months after
Vaccination 2.
Reduced the volume o f blood draw s to ~20 mL.
Removed the need to have safety data reported
for participants to be included in the safety
objective assessment.
Added an exploratory objective to describe
safety, immunogenicity, and efficacy in
participants with stable HIV disea se.
Increased the sample size for Phase 2/3 to
~43,998.
Clarified that inclusion criterion 4 (ie,
participants at higher risk for acquiring COVID -
19) is applicable for Phase 2/3 only, and
provided some examples.
Removed exclusion criterion 2 (ie, known
infection with HIV, HCV, or HBV) for Phase 3
and added criteria for HIV -positive participants.
Decreased the low er age limit and removed the
upper age limit for inclusion in Phase 2/3 in
order to evaluate BNT162b2 30 µg in older
adolescents and those over 85 years of age;
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updated the title and other references to adults to
align with this change.
Renamed the immunological assays to align
with other program -level documents.
Removed reference to the SARS -CoV -2 full -
length, P2 mutant, prefusion spike glycoprotein
(P2 S) being “heads up .”
Clarified that a positive SARS -CoV -2 NAAT
result without symptoms should not result in
discontinuation of study intervention.
Added clarification that p otential COVID -19
illnesses that are consistent with the clinical
endpoint definition should notbe recorded as
AEs.
Updated the analysis population descriptions to
align with the study SAP.
Protocol amendment 5 24 July 2020 Follow ing regulatory feedback:
Renamed Stage 1 to Phase 1, removed Stage 2,
and renamed Stage 3 to Phase 2/3.
Clarified that a single vaccine candidate,
administered as 2 doses 21 days apart, will be
studied in Phase 2/3.
Stated that the vaccine candidate selected for
Phase 2/3 evaluation is BNT162b2 at a dose of
30µg.
Removed the potential to study BNT162b3.
Immunogenicity data will be summarized for the
first 360 participants through 1 month after Dose
2, rather than through 21 days after Dose 1.
Provided further details of sponsor staff that will
be unblinde d in Phase 2/3.
Clarified which stopping rules apply to which
phase of the study.
In addition:
Clarified the AE reporting requirements for
potential COVID -19 illnesses.
Updated that Visit 1 may be conducted across 2
consecutive days in Phase 2/3.
Moved the immunogenicity objectives in
Phase 2/3 to become exploratory.
Added an additional inclusion criterion to enroll
participants who, in the judgment of the
investigator, are at risk for acquiring COVID -19.
Modified exclusion criterion 5, so that
participa nts with a p revious clinical or
microbiological diagnosis of COVID -19are
excluded from all phases of the study.
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Clarified that there will be 2 all -available
efficacy populations.
Clarified that immunogenicity samples will be
draw n for all participants; an alyses will be based
upon results from subsets of samples, according
to the purpose.
Updated that the 3 -tier approach to summarizing
AEs will only be performed in Phase 2/3.
Updated that at each interim analysis for
efficacy, only the first primary objecti ve w ill be
evaluated.
Changed to use the same posterior probability
(99.5%) for all interim analyses, resulting in
case split changes in T ables 5, 6, and 7 .
Updated the s topping and alert ruleparameter s
for enhanced COVID -19.
Protocol amendment 4 30 June 2020 Given the rapidly evolving pandemic situation, and
the need to demonstrate VE as soon as possible, the
protocol has been amended to be pow ered to meet
new efficacy objectives. These new efficacy
objectives and corresponding endpoints have been
added to Section 3.
Further nonclinical data are available to support the
study of the BNT162b3 candidate in humans, and the
candidate has been added to the protocol.
The 6 -month safety follow -up telephone contact has
been changed to an in -person visit for Sta ge 3
participants, to allow collection of an
immunogenicity blood sample.
The COVID- 19 illness visit has now added
flexibility to permit a remote or in -person visit.
The COVID- 19 illness symptoms have been updated
to align with the FDA- accepted definitio ns; this
change is also reflected in the criteria for temporary
delay of enrollment.
AEs that occur between consent and dosing will now
be reported on the AE (rather than Medical History)
CRF, to align with the latest Pfizer protocol
template.
Changes ha ve been made to the headings to align
with the latest Pfizer protocol template.
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Clarified that only an unblinded site staff member
may obtain the participant’s randomization number
and study intervention allocation.
Additional interim analyses have been added to
evaluate VE and futility during the study.
As a result of regulatory feedback, an appendix has
been added to outline the stopping and alert rules to
monitor for potential enhanced COVID -19.
Protocol amendment 3 10 June 2020 As data have become available from this study and
the BNT162 -01 study in Germany, the following
decisions were made:
Not to study the BNT162a1 and BNT162c2
vaccine candidates at this time. Therefore, these
candidates have been removed from the
protocol.
To study further low er dose levels of the
modRNA candidates. Therefore, a 20 -µg dose
level is formally included for BNT162b1 and
BNT162b2.
To permit individual and group dosing
alterations for the second dose of study
intervention.
Follow ing regulatory feedback, the BNT162b3
vaccine candidate has been removed from the
protocol until further nonclinical data are available to
support study in humans.
Given the rapidly evolving pandemic situation,
additional blood draws for exploratory COVID -19
research , intended to establish a n immunological
surrogate of protection, will be taken from selected
participants who consent.
In order to increase flexibility enrolling participants ,
an extended screening window (increased from 14 to
28 days) for sentinel participants in Stage 1 has been
added. This is considered acceptable since eligible
participants are expected to be either healthy or have
stable medical conditions .
To increase the number of doses that can be obtained
from available vaccine vials, not all dose levels will
result in a dosing volume of 0.5 mL. Precise dosing
instructions will be provided in the IP manual.
To facilitate the reporting of COVID -19 illness
diagnoses and potential symptoms to the
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investigator, participants may utilize a COVID -19
illness e -diary.
Protoco l amendment 2 27 May 2020 Given the urgent nature of the pandemic situation,
the following changes allow determin ation of the
appropriate human dose level for both younger and
older adults to move speedily into the next phase of
clinical evaluation :
Added a new vaccine candidate, BNT162b3,
modRNA encoding a membrane- anchored RBD
Added a 50 -µg dose level for vaccine candidates
based on the modRNA platform (ie, BNT162b1,
BNT162b2, and BNT162b3)
Modified the criteria required for the IRC to
determine dose escalation in the 18 -to 55 -year
age cohort and advancement to groups of
participants 65 to 85 years of age
In addition:
Removed hemoglobin change -from -baseline
abnormalities from the laboratory abnormality
grading scale as abnormalities should be graded
based upon absolute values
Protocol amendment 1 13 May 2020 Follow ing regulatory feedback:
Modified exclusion criteria and prohibited
inhaled/nebulized corticosteroids for sentinel
participants in Stage 1
Clarified that the rapid test for prior COVID -19
infection for sentinel participants in Stage 1 will
be used only for screening purposes
Removed time frames for stopping rules
Stated that d ata supporting the selection of
vaccine candidate(s)/dose level(s) and
schedule(s) for Stages 2 and 3 will be submit ted
to the FDA for review
Follow ing preliminary experience in the
BioNTech study conducted in Germany
(BNT162 -01):
Decreased the dose levels for BNT162a1 and
BNT162c2
Additionally:
Clarified the roles of BioNTech and Pfizer
Amended text so that the IRC d ecision to
progress group(s) into Stages 2 and 3 can be
based upon safety and immunogenicity data
after Dose 1 or 2
Clarified safety data requirements to permit dose
escalation
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Amended text so that the progression to
participants 65 to 85 years of age can be based
upon data from the same RNA platform
Incorporated a protocol administrative change to
correct the variant designation and the encoded
antigen to BNT162c2
Clarified that the SARS -CoV -2 neutralizing
assay does not employ wild -type virus
Clarified th at the SARS -CoV -2 spike protein –
binding antibody assay is specific for the S1
subunit
Clarified that efficacy against COVID -19 is
based upon illness (not infection) rate ratio
Incorporated a protocol administrative change to
state that the study placebo ma y be supplied in a
glass or plastic vial
Corrected a typographical error in Section 6.5.1
regarding the time frame for prior receipt of
blood/plasma products or immunoglobulins
Corrected a typographical error in Table 2
regarding the lower limit of diamete r (cm ) for
mild redness and swelling
Updated the °C fever scale in Table 4 to ensure
that all potential °F values are correctly assigned
Incorporated a protocol administrative change to
clarify that a rapid test for prior COVID -19
infection will be performed for s entinel
participants in Stage 1 , and a serum sample will
be drawn for potential future assessment
Clarified that, after screening, physical
examinations in s entinel participants in Stage 1
will be directed
Clarified the descriptions of the populations for
analysis to align with the statistical analysis plan
Added a com plete safety and immunogenicity
analysis approximately 6 months after Dose 2
for all participants inStage 3
Amended text so that the stopping rules apply to
an RNA pla tform rather than a specific vaccine
candidate
Original protocol 15April 2020 N/A
This amendment incorporates all revisions to date, including amendments made at the
request of country health authorities and IRBs/ECs.
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LIST OF TABLES ................................ ................................ ................................ ................... 20
LIST OF FIGURES ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 21
1. PROTOCOL SUMMARY ................................ ................................ ................................ ...22
1.1. Sy nopsis ................................ ................................ ................................ .................. 22
1.2. Schema ................................ ................................ ................................ .................... 36
1.3. Schedule of Activities ................................ ................................ ............................. 37
1.3.1. Phase 1 ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 37
1.3.2. Phase 2/3................................ ................................ ................................ .....44
1.3.3. Administration of BNT162b2 to Those Originall y Assigned to
Placebo ................................ ................................ ................................ ............. 48
1.3.4. Administration of an Additional Dose of BNT162b2 or BNT162b2 SA......50
1.3.5. Administration of BNT162b2 SAto BNT162b2 -Naïve Participants ........... 53
1.3.6. Surveillance for As ymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 Infection ........................... 56
2. INTRODUCTION ................................ ................................ ................................ ............... 57
2.1. Study Rationale ................................ ................................ ................................ .......57
2.2. Background .............................................................................................................57
2.2.1. Clinical Overview ................................ ................................ ....................... 59
2.3. Benefit/Risk Assessment................................ ................................ ......................... 59
2.3.1. Risk Assessment ................................ ................................ ......................... 61
2.3.2. Benefit Assessment ................................ ................................ ..................... 63
2.3.3. Overall Benefit/R isk Conclusion ................................ ................................ 63
3. OBJECTI VES, ESTIMANDS, AND ENDPOINTS ...........................................................63
3.1. For Phase 1 ................................ ................................ ................................ .............. 63
3.2. For Phase 2/3 ................................ ................................ ................................ ........... 65
4. STUDY DESIGN ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 72
4.1. Overall Design ................................ ................................ ................................ ......... 72
4.1.1. Phase 1 ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 73
4.1.2. Phase 2/3................................ ................................ ................................ .....74
4.2. Scientific Rationale for Study Design ................................ ................................ .....77
4.3. Justification for Dose ................................ ................................ .............................. 77
4.4. End of Study Definition ................................ ................................ .......................... 78
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Page 145. STUDY POPUL ATION ................................ ................................ ................................ ......79
5.1. I nclusion Criteria ................................ ................................ ................................ .....79
5.2. Exclusion Criteria ................................ ................................ ................................ ....80
5.3. L ifesty le Considerations ................................ ................................ .......................... 82
5.3.1. Contraception ................................ ................................ .............................. 82
5.4. Screen Failures ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 83
5.5. Criteria for Temporarily Delay ing Enrollment/Randomization/Study
Intervention Administration ................................ ................................ ...................... 83
6. STUDY INTERVENTIO N................................ ................................ ................................ ..84
6.1. Study Intervention(s) Administered ................................ ................................ ........ 84
6.1.1. Manufacturing Process ................................ ................................ ............... 85
6.1.2. Administration ................................ ................................ ............................ 85
6.2. Preparation/Handling/Storage/Accountability ................................ ........................ 86
6.2.1. Preparation and Dispensing ................................ ................................ ........ 87
6.3. Measures to Minimize Bias: Randomization and Blinding ................................ .....88
6.3.1. Allocation to Study Intervention ................................ ................................ 88
6.3.2. Blinding of Site Personnel ................................ ................................ .......... 88
6.3.3. Blinding of the Sponsor................................ ................................ .............. 88
6.3.4. Breaking the Blind ................................ ................................ ...................... 90
6.4. Study Intervention Compliance ................................ ................................ ............... 90
6.5. Concomitant Therapy ................................ ................................ .............................. 91
6.5.1. Prohibited During the Study ................................ ................................ .......91
6.5.2. Permitted During the Study ................................ ................................ ........ 92
6.6. Dose Modification ................................ ................................ ................................ ...92
6.7. I ntervention After the End of the Study ................................ ................................ ..93
7. DI SCONTINUATION O F STUDY INTERVENTION AND PARTI CIPANT
DISCONTINUATION/WI THDRAWAL ................................ ................................ ........... 93
7.1. Discontinuation of Study Intervention ................................ ................................ ....93
7.2. Participant Discontinuation/Withdrawal From the Study ................................ .......94
7.2.1. Withdrawal of Consent ................................ ................................ ............... 94
7.3. L ost to Follow -up ................................ ................................ ................................ ....95
8. STUDY ASSESSMENTS AND PROCEDURES ................................ ............................... 95
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8.1.1. Efficacy Against COVID -19 ................................ ................................ ......97
8.1.2. Efficacy Against Asy mptomatic SARS -CoV -2 Infection .......................... 99
8.1.2.1. Seroconversion of N -Binding Antibod y ................................ ...99
8.1.2.2. NAAT -Confirmed SARS -CoV -2 Infection .............................. 99
8.1.3. Vaccine -Induced Immunogenicit y................................ ............................ 100
8.1.4. Biological Samples ................................ ................................ ................... 100
8.1.5. Surveillance for Asy mptomatic SARS -CoV -2 Infection ......................... 100
8.2. Safet y Assessments ................................ ................................ ............................... 101
8.2.1. C linical Safety Laboratory Assessments (Phase 1 Participants Onl y).....101
8.2.2. Electronic Diary ................................ ................................ ........................ 102
8.2.2.1. Grading Scales ................................ ................................ ......... 103
8.2.2.2. L ocal Reactions ................................ ................................ .......103
8.2.2.3. Systemic Events ................................ ................................ ......104
8.2.2.4. Fever ................................ ................................ ........................ 105
8.2.2.5. Antipy retic Medication ................................ ........................... 105
8.2.3. Phase 1 Stopping Rules ................................ ................................ ............ 105
8.2.4. Surveillance of Events That Could Represent Enhanced COVID -19
and Phase 2/3 Stopping Rule ................................ ................................ ......... 107
8.2.5. Randomization and Vaccination After a Stopping Rule Is Met ............... 107
8.2.6. Pregnancy Testing ................................ ................................ .................... 108
8.3. Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events................................ ........................ 108
8.3.1. Time Period and Frequency for Collecting AE and SAE Information .....108
8.3.1.1. Reporting SAEs to Pfizer Safety ................................ ............. 109
8.3.1.2. Recording Nonserious AEs and SAEs on the CRF ................. 110
8.3.2. Method of Detecting AEs and SAEs ................................ ........................ 110
8.3.3. Follow -up of AEs and SAEs ................................ ................................ .....110
8.3.4. Regulatory Reporting Requirements for SAEs ................................ ......... 110
8.3.5. Exposure During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding, and Occupational
Exposure ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 111
8.3.5.1. Exposure During Pregnancy ................................ .................... 111
8.3.6. Exposure During Breastfeeding ................................ ................................ 112
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8.3.7. Cardiovascular and Death Events ................................ ............................. 113
8.3.8. Disease -Related Events and/or Disease -Related Outcomes Not
Qualifying as AEs or SAEs ................................ ................................ ............ 113
8.3.9. Adverse Events of Special Interest ................................ ........................... 114
8.3.9.1. Lack of Efficacy ................................ ................................ ......114
8.3.10. Medical Device Deficiencies ................................ ................................ ..114
8.3.11. Medication Errors ................................ ................................ ................... 114
8.4. Treatment of Overdose................................ ................................ .......................... 115
8.5. Pharmacokinetics ................................ ................................ ................................ ..116
8.6. Pharmacod ynamics ................................ ................................ ................................ 116
8.7. Genetics ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 116
8.8. Biomarkers ................................ ................................ ................................ ............ 116
8.9. I mmunogenicit y Assessments ................................ ................................ ............... 116
8.10. Health Economics ................................ ................................ ............................... 116
8.11. Stud y Procedures ................................ ................................ ................................ .116
8.11.1. Phase 1 ................................ ................................ ................................ ....116
8.11.1.1. Screening: (0 to 28 Day s Before Visit 1) .............................. 116
8.11.1.2. Visit 1 – Vaccination 1: (Day 1) ................................ ........... 118
8.11.1.3. Visit 2 – Next -Day Follow -up Visit (Vaccination 1): (1
to 3 Day s After Visit 1) ................................ ................................ ...120
8.11.1.4. Visit 3 – 1- Week Follow -up Visit (Vaccination 1): (6 to
8 Day s After Visit 1) ................................ ................................ .......121
8.11.1.5. Visit 4 – Vaccination 2: (19 to 23 Day s After Visit 1) ......... 122
8.11.1.6. Visit 5 – 1- Week Follow -up Visit (Vaccination 2): (6 to
8 Day s After Visit 4) ................................ ................................ .......124
8.11.1.7. Visit 6 – 2- Week Follow -up Visit (Vaccin ation 2): (12 to
16 Day s After Visit 4) ................................ ................................ .....126
8.11.1.8. Visit 7 – 1- Month Follow -up Visit: (28 to 35 Day s After
Visit 4) ................................ ................................ ............................. 127
8.11.1.9. Visit 8 – 6- Month Follow -up Visit: (175 to 189 Day s
After Visit 4) ................................ ................................ .................... 127
8.11.1.10. Between Visits 8 and 9 ................................ ........................ 128
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Vaccination 2) ................................ ................................ ................. 128
8.11.1.12. Visit 8b – 1- Week Follow -up Visit (After Vaccination
3): (6 to 8 Day s After Visit 8a) ................................ ........................ 130
8.11.1.13. Visit 8c – 1 -Month Follow -up Visit (After Vaccination
3): (28 to 35 Days After Visit 8a) ................................ .................... 130
8.11.1.14. Visit 9 – 12- Month Follow -up Visit: (350 to 378 Day s
After Visit 4): Onl y for Those Participants Who Originall y
Receive d BNT162b1 or BNT162b2 or Placebo Recipients Who
Decline BNT162b2 ................................ ................................ .......... 131
8.11.1.15. Visit 10 – 24- Month Follow -up Visit: (714 to 742 Day s
After Visit 4): Onl y for Those Participants Who Originall y
Received BNT162b1 or BNT162b2 or Placebo Recipients Who
Decline BNT162b2 ................................ ................................ .......... 132
8.11.2. Phase 2/3................................ ................................ ................................ .132
8.11.2.1. Visit 1 – Vaccination 1: (Day 1) ................................ ........... 132
8.11.2.2. Visit 2 – Vaccination 2: (19 to 23 Day s After Visit 1) ......... 135
8.11.2.3. Visit 3 – 1- Month Follow -up Visit (After Vaccination 2):
(28 to 35 Day s After Visit 2) ................................ ........................... 137
8.11.2.4. Visit 4 – 6- Month Follow -up Visit: (175 to 189 Day s
After Visit 2) ................................ ................................ .................... 138
8.11.2.5. Visit 5 – 12- Month Follow -up Visit: (350 to 378 Day s
After Vis it 2): Onl y for Those Participants Who Originall y
Received BNT162b2 or Placebo Recipients Who Decline
BNT162b2 ................................ ................................ ....................... 138
8.11.2.6. Visit 6 – 24- Month Follow -up Visit: (714 to 742 Day s
After Visit 2) ): Onl y for Those Participants Who Originall y
Received BNT162b2 or Placebo Recipients Who Decline
BNT162b2 ................................ ................................ ....................... 139
8.12. Unscheduled Visit for a Grade 3 or Suspected Grade 4 Reaction ...................... 140
8.13. COVID -19 Surveillance (All Participants) ................................ ......................... 141
8.13.1. Potential COVI D-19 Illness Visit: (Optimally Within 3 Day s After
Potential COVI D-19 Illness Onset) ................................ ............................... 142
8.13.2. Potential COVI D-19 Convalescent Visit: (28 to 35 Day s After
Potential COVI D-19 Illness Visit) ................................ ................................ 143
8.14. Communication and Use of Technology ................................ ............................. 144
8.15. SARS -CoV -2 NAAT Results ................................ ................................ .............. 144
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to Placebo ................................ ................................ ................................ ................ 145
8.16.1. Visit 101 – Vaccination 3: (From Recommendation or at Least 175
Days After Vaccination 2) ................................ ................................ ............. 145
8.16.2. Visit 102 – Vaccination 4: (19 to 23 Day s After Visit 101) ................... 147
8.16.3. Visit 103 – 1- Month Follow -up Telephone Contact (After
Vaccination 4): (28 to 35 Days After Visit 102) ................................ ............ 148
8.16.4. Visit 104 – 6- Month Follow -up Telephone Contact (After
Vaccination 4): (175 to 189 Days After Visit 102) ................................ ........ 148
8.16.5. Visit 105 – 18- Month Follow -up Telephone Contact (After
Vaccination 4): (532 to 560 Days After Visit 102) ................................ ........ 149
8.17. Administration of an Additional Dose of BNT162b2 or BNT162b2 SA.............. 149
8.17.1. Visit 301 – Vaccination 3: (150 to 210 Days After Visit 2) ................... 149
8.17.2. Visit 302 – 1- Week Follow -up Visit (After Vaccination 3): (6 to 8
Days After Visit 301) ................................ ................................ ..................... 152
8.17.3. Visit 303 – 1- Month Follow -up Visit (After Vaccination 3): (28 to
35 Day s After Visit 301) ................................ ................................ ................ 152
8.17.4. Visit 304 – 1- Week Follow -up Visit (Vaccination 4): (6 to 8 Day s
After Visit 303): Onl y for Those Participants Who Received a fourth
dose of BNT162b2 SA................................ ................................ ..................... 154
8.17.5. Visit 305 – 1- Month Follow -up Visit (Vaccination 4): (28 to 35
Days After Visit 303): Only for Those Participants Who Received a
fourth dose of BNT162 b2SA................................ ................................ ........... 155
8.17.6. Visit 306 – 6- Month Follow -up Visit: (175 to 189 Day s After Visit
301): ................................ ................................ ................................ ............... 155
8.17.7. Visit 307 – 18- Month Follow -up Visit: (532 to 560 Day s After
Visit 301): ................................ ................................ ................................ ......156
8.18. Administration of BNT162b2 SAto BNT162b2 -naïve Participants ..................... 156
8.18.1. Visit 401 – Vaccination 1: (Day 1)................................ ......................... 156
8.18.2. Visit 402 – Vaccination 2: (19 to 23 Day s After Visit 401)................... 159
8.18.3. Visit 403 – 1- Week Follow -up Visit (After Vaccination 2): (6 to 8
Days After Visit 402) ................................ ................................ ..................... 161
8.18.4. Visit 404 – 1- Month Follow -up Visit (After Vaccination 2): (28 to
35 Day s After Visit 402) ................................ ................................ ................ 161
8.18.5. Visit 405 – 6- Month Follow -up Visit: (175 to 189 Day s After Visit
402) ................................ ................................ ................................ ................ 162
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Visit 402) ................................ ................................ ................................ .......163
8.19. Surveillance for Asy mptomatic SARS -CoV -2 Infection ................................ ....163
8.19.1. Visit 201 –Asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 Infection Surveillance
Consen t: From Approval of Protocol Amendment 11 ................................ ...163
8.19.2. Visit 202 Onward –Asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 Infection
Surveillance Swab: Repeating Every 10 to 18 Days After Each Previous
Surveillance Swab Collection ................................ ................................ ........ 164
9. STATI STICAL CONSI DERATIONS ................................ ................................ .............. 165
9.1. Estimands and Statistical Hy potheses ................................ ................................ ...165
9.1.1. Estimands ................................ ................................ ................................ ..165
9.1.2. Statistic al Hy potheses ................................ ................................ ............... 166
9.1.2.1. Statistical Hy pothesis Evaluation for Efficacy ........................ 166
9.1.2.2. Statistical Hy pothesis Evaluation for Immunogenicity ........... 166
9.2. Sample Size Determination ................................ ................................ ................... 168
9.2.1. Phase 1 ................................ ................................ ................................ ......168
9.2.2. Efficacy Against COVID -19 ................................ ................................ ....168
9.2.3. Efficacy Agains t Asy mptomatic Infection ................................ ............... 169
9.2.4. I mmunogenicit y Bridging of 12 to 15 Years to 16 to 25 Years ............... 169
9.2.5. Boostability and Protection Against Emerging SARS -CoV -2 VOCs ......169
9.2.6. Safet y ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 170
9.3. Analy sis Sets ................................ ................................ ................................ ......... 172
9.4. Statistic al Analy ses................................ ................................ ............................... 174
9.4.1. I mmunogenicit y Analyses ................................ ................................ ........ 174
9.4.2. Efficacy Anal yses................................ ................................ ..................... 184
9.4.3. S afety Anal yses................................ ................................ ........................ 189
9.4.4. Other Anal yses................................ ................................ .......................... 191
9.5. I nterim Anal yses................................ ................................ ................................ ...191
9.5.1. Analy sis Timing ................................ ................................ ........................ 194
9.6. Data Monitoring Committee or Other Independent Oversight Committee...........195
10. SUPPORTING DOCUM ENTATION AND OPERATI ONAL
CONSI DERATIONS ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 197
10.1. Appendix 1: Regulatory , Ethical, and Study Oversight Considerations ............. 197
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10.1.1.1. Reporting of Safety Issues and Serious Breaches of the
Protocol or I CH GCP ................................ ................................ .......197
10.1.2. I nformed Consent Proce ss................................ ................................ ......198
10.1.3. Data Protection ................................ ................................ ....................... 199
10.1.4. Dissemination of Clinical Study Data ................................ .................... 199
10.1.5. Data Qualit y Assurance ................................ ................................ .......... 200
10.1.6. Source Documents ................................ ................................ .................. 202
10.1.7. Study and Site Start and Closure ................................ ............................ 202
10.1.8. Sponsor’s Qualified Medical Personnel ................................ ................. 203
10.2. Appendix 2: Clinical Laboratory Tests ................................ ............................... 204
10.3. Appendix 3: Adverse Events: Definitions and Procedures for Recor ding,
Evaluating, Follow -up, and Reporting ................................ ................................ ....206
10.3.1. Definition of AE ................................ ................................ ..................... 206
10.3.2. Definition of SAE ................................ ................................ ................... 207
10.3.3 . Recording/Reporting and Follow- up of AEs and/or SAEs ..................... 209
10.3.4. Reporting of SAEs................................ ................................ .................. 212
10.4. Appendix 4: Contraceptive Guidance ................................ ................................ .213
10.4.1. Male Participant Reproductive Inclusion Criteria ................................ ..213
10.4.2. Female Participant Reproductive Inclusion Criteria ............................... 213
10.4.3. Woman of Childbearing Potential ................................ .......................... 214
10.4.4. Contraception Methods ................................ ................................ ........... 215
10.5. Appendix 5: L iver Safety : Suggested Actions and Follow -up Assessments ......217
10.6. Appendix 6: Abbreviations ................................ ................................ ................. 219
10.7. Appendix 7: Stopping and Alert Rules for Enhanced COVID -19 ...................... 223
10.8. Appendix 8: Criteria for A llowing Inclusion of Participants With Chronic
Stable HIV, HCV, or HBV Infection ................................ ................................ ......226
11. REFERENCES ................................ ................................ ................................ ................ 227
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Local Reaction Grading Scale ................................ ................................ 103
Table 2. Systemic Event Grading Scale ................................ ................................ 104
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Table 4. Power Anal ysis for Noninferiorit y Assessment ................................ .....169
Table 5. Probability of Observing at Least 1 AE by Assumed True Event
Rates With D ifferent Sample Sizes ................................ ........................ 171
Table 6. Interim Anal ysis Plan and Boundaries for Efficacy and Futility ............ 192
Table 7. Statistical Design Operating Characteristics: Probability of Success
or Failure for Interim Analy ses................................ ............................... 193
Table 8. Statistical Design Operating Characteristics: Probability of Success
for Final Anal ysis and Overall ................................ ................................ 193
Table 9. Laboratory Abnormality Grading Scale ................................ ................. 204
Table 10. Stopping Rule: Enrollment I s Stopped if the Number of Severe
Cases in the Vaccine Group I s Greater Than or Equal to the
Prespecified Stopping Rule Value (S) ................................ .................... 224
Table 11. Alert Rule: Further Action I s Taken if the Number of Severe Cases
in the Vaccine Group Is Greater Than or Equal to the Prespecified
Alert Rule Value (A) ................................ ................................ .............. 225
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Multiplicity Schema ................................ ................................ ................ 168
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1.1.Synopsis
Short Title: A Phase 1/2 /3Study to Evaluate the Safety , Tolerabilit y, Immunogenicity, and
Efficacy of RNA Vaccine Candidates Against COVID -19 in Healthy Individuals
Rationale
A pneumonia of unknown cause detected in Wuhan, China, was first reported in
December 2019. On 08 January 2020, the pathogen causing this outbreak was identified as a
novel coronavirus 2019. The outbreak was declared a Public Health Emergency of
International Concern on 30 January 2020. On 12 February 2020 , the virus was officiall y
named as se vere acute respiratory syndrome corona virus 2 (SARS -CoV -2), and the WHO
officiall y named the disease caused by SARS -CoV -2 as coronavirus disease 2019
(COVID -19). On11 March 2020 , the WHO upgraded the status of the COVID- 19 outbreak
from epidemic to pande mic, which is now spreading globall y at high speed.
There are currently no licensed vaccines to prevent infection with SARS -CoV -2or
COVID -19. Given the rapid transmission of COV ID-19 and incidence of disease in the
United States and elsewhere, the rapid development of an effective vaccine is of utmost
importance.
BioNTech has developed RNA -based vaccine candidates using a platform approach that
enables the rapid development of vaccines against emerging viral diseases, including
SARS -CoV -2.Each vaccine candidate is based on aplatform ofnucleoside -modified
messenger RNA (modRNA , BNT162b ). Each vaccine candidate expresses 1 of 3 antigen s:
BNT162b1 (variant RBP020.3) : a modRNA encoding the trimerized SARS -CoV -2 spike
glycoprotein receptor -binding domain ( RBD ) (version 5) ;
BNT162b 2 (variant RBP020.2) :a modRNA encoding the SARS -CoV -2 full- length, P2
mutant, prefusion spike gly coprotein ( P2 S) (version 9);
BNT162b2s01 (variant RBP020.11 ): amodRNA encoding the P2 S containing South Africa
B.1.351 variant –specific mutations, hereafter referred to as BNT162b2 SA, as a representative
variant of concern (VOC).
All candidates are formulated in the same lipid nanoparticle (LNP) composition . This study
is intended to investigate the safet y, immunogenicity , and /orefficacy of these proph ylactic
BNT162 vaccines against COVI D-19 .
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For Phase 1
Objectives Estimands Endpoints
Primary: Primary: Primary:
To describe the safety and tolerability
profiles of prophylactic BNT162
vaccines in healthy adults after 1or 2
dosesIn participants receiving at least 1 dose
of study intervention, the percentage of
participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
following each dose
Systemic events for up to 7 days
following each dose
Adverse events (AE s) from
Dose 1 to1 month after the last
dose
Serious AEs (SAE s) from Dose 1
to 6 months after the last dose Local reactions (pain at the
injection site , rednes s, and
swelling )
Systemic events (fever, fatigue,
headache, chills, vomiting,
diarrhea, new or worsened muscle
pain, and new or worsened joint
pain)
AEs
SAEs
In addition, the percentage of
participants with :
Abnormal hematology and
chemistry laboratory values 1 and
7 days after Dose 1; and 7 days
after Dose 2
Grading shifts in hematology and
chemistry laboratory assessments
between baseline and 1 and 7 days
after Dose 1; and before Dose 2
and 7 days after Dose 2Hematology and chemistry laboratory
parame tersdetailed in Section 10.2
Secondary: Secondary: Secondary:
To describe the immune responses
elicited by prophylactic BNT162
vaccines in healthy adults after 1or 2
dosesIn participants complying with the key
protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) at the following time
points after receipt of study
intervention :
7 and 21 days after Dose 1; 7 and 14
days and 1 , 6, 12, and 24 months after
Dose 2
Geometric mean titers (GMTs) at
each time point
Geometric mean fold rise (GMFR)
from before vaccination to each
subsequent time point after
vaccination
Proportion of participants
achieving ≥4-fold rise from before
vaccination to each subsequent
time point after vaccinationSARS -CoV -2neutralizing titers
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Geometric mean concentrations
(GMCs) at each time point
GMFR from before vaccination to
each subsequent time point after
vaccination
Proportion of participants
achieving ≥4-fold rise from before
vaccination to each subsequent
time point after vaccinationS1-binding IgGlevels and
RBD -binding IgG levels
Geometric mean ratio (GMR) ,
estimated by the ratio of the
geometric mean of SARS -CoV -2
neutralizing titers to the geometric
mean of binding IgGlevels at each
time point SARS -CoV -2neutralizing titers
S1-binding IgGlevels
RBD -binding IgGlevels
Exploratory : Exploratory : Exploratory :
To describe the immune responses
elicited by a third dose of prophylactic
BNT162b2 administered tohealthy
adults 6 to 12 months after the second
dose of either BNT162b1 or
BNT162b2 GMC/GMT and GMFR at the
time of Dose 3 and 7days and
1month after Dose 3. SARS -CoV -2 reference -strain
neutralizing titers
SARS -CoV -2 SA-variant
neutralizing titers
Full-length S -binding or
S1-binding IgG levels
GMR of SARS-CoV -2reference -
strain neutralizing titers 1 month
after Dose 3 to 1 month after
Dose 2 SARS -CoV -2 reference -strain
neutralizing titers
GMR of SARS-CoV -2SA-variant
neutralizing titers 1 month after
Dose 3 to SARS -CoV -2reference -
strain neutralizing titers 1 month
after Dose 2 SARS -CoV -2 reference -strain
neutralizing titers
SARS -CoV -2 SA-variant
neutralizing titers
To de scribe the safety profile of a third
dose of prophylactic BNT162 b2
administered to healthy adults 6 to
12months after the second dose of
either BNT162b1 or BNT162b2In participants receiving a third dose of
BNT162b2 , the percentage of
participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
after Dose 3
Systemic events for up to 7 days
after Dose 3
AEs and SAEs from Dose 3to
1month after Dose 3 Local reactions (pain at the
injection site, redness, and
swelling)
Systemic events (fever, fatigue,
headache, chills , vomiting,
diarrhea, new or worsened muscle
pain, and new or worsened joint
pain)
AEs
SAEs
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ObjectivesaEstimands Endpoints
Prim ary Efficacy
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed COVID -19occurring from
7 days after the second dose in
participants without evidence of
infection before vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) at least 7 days after
receipt of the second dose of study
intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT in participants with
no serological or virological evidence
(up to 7 days after receipt of the
second dose) of past SARS -CoV -2
infection
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed COVID -19 occurring from
7 days after the second dose in
participants with and without
evidence of infection before
vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) at least 7 days after
receipt of the second dose of study
intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follo w-up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT
Prim ary Safety
To define the safety profile of
prophylactic BNT162 b2in the first
360 participants randomized (Phase 2)In participants receiving at least 1
dose of study intervention, the
percentage of participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
following each dose
Systemic events for up to 7 days
following each dose
AEs from Dose 1 to 7 days after
the second dose
SAEs from Dose 1 to 7 days
after the second dose Local reactions (pain at the
injection site, redness, and
swelling)
Systemic events (fever, fatigue,
headache, chills, vomiting,
diarrhea, new or worsened
muscle pain, and new or
worsened joint pain)
AEs
SAEs
To define the safety profile of
prophylactic BNT162 b2in all
participants randomized in Phase 2/3In participants receiving at least
1 dose of study intervention, the
percentage of participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
following each dose
Systemic events for up to 7 days
following each dose
AEs fr om Dose 1 to 1 month
after the second dose
SAEs from Dose 1 to 6 months
after the second dose AEs
SAEs
In a subset of at least 6000
participants:
o Local reactions (pain at the
injection site, redness, and
swelling)
o Systemic events (fever,
fatigue, headache, chills,
vomiting, diarrhea, new or
worsened muscle pain, and
new or worsened joint pain )
To define the safety profile of
prophylactic BNT162 b2in
participants 12 to 15 years of age in
Phase 3In participants receiving at least
1dose of study intervention, the
percentage of participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
following each dose
Systemic events for up to 7 days
following each dose
AEs from Dose 1 to 1 month
after the second dose
SAEs from Dose 1 to 6 months
after the second dose Local reactions (pain at the
injection site, redness, and
swelling)
Systemic events (fever, fatigue,
headache, chills, vomiting,
diarrhea, new or worsened
muscle pain, and new or
worsened joint pain)
AEs
SAEs
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To describe the safety and tolerability
profile of BNT162 b2SAgiven as 1 or
2 doses to BNT162b2 -experienced
participants , or as 2 doses to
BNT162b2 -naïve participants
To describe the safety and tolerability
profile of BNT162 b2given as a third
dose to BNT162b2-experienced
participantsIn partic ipants receiving at least
1dose of study intervention , the
percentage of participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
following each dose
Systemic events for up to 7 days
following each dose
AEs from Dose 1 to 1 month after
the last dose
SAEs from Dose 1 to 5 or
6 months after the last doseLocal reactions (pain at the
injection site , redness , and
swelling )
Systemic events (fever, fatigue,
headache, chills, vomiting,
diarrhea, new or worsened muscle
pain, and new or worsened joint
pain)
AEs
SAEs
Prim ary Immunogenicity
BNT162b2 -experienced participants
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the anti –reference strain immune
response after a third dose of
BNT162b2 compared to after 2 doses
of BNT162b2, in the same individualsGMR of reference strain NT 1 month
after the third dose of BNT162b2 to
1month after thesecond dose of
BNT162b2
The d ifference inpercentage sof
participants with seroresponse tothe
reference strain at1 month after the
third dose of BNT162b2 and 1 month
after the second dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 reference strain NTs in
participants with no serological or
virological evidence (up to 1 month
after receipt of the third dose of
BNT162b2 ) of past SARS -CoV -2
infection
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the anti -SA immune response after
1dose of BNT162b2 SAcompared to
the anti –reference strain immune
response after 2 doses of BNT162b2,
in the same individualsGMR of SA NT 1month after 1 dose
of BNT162b2 SAto the reference strain
NT 1 month after the second dose of
BNT162b2
The difference in percentage sof
participants with seroresponse to the
SAstrain at 1 month after 1 dose of
BNT162b2 SAand seroresponse to the
reference strain at 1 month after the
second dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SA and reference strain
NTs in participants with no
serological or virological evidence
(upto 1 month after receipt of 1dose
of BNT162b2 SA) of past SARS -CoV -
2 infection
BNT162b2 -naïve participants
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the anti-SA immune response after 2
doses of BNT162b2 SAcompared to
the anti –reference strain immune
response after 2 doses of BNT162b2 GMR of SA NT 1month after the
second dose of BNT162b2 SAto the
reference strain NT 1 month after the
second dose of BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
SAstrain at 1 month after the second
dose of BNT162b2 SAand
seroresponse to the reference strain at
1 month after the second dose of
BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SA and reference strain
NTs in participants with no
serological or virological evidence
(upto 1 month after receipt of the
second dose of BNT162b2 SAor
BNT162b2 as appropriate ) of past
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Secondary Efficacy
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed COVID -19 occurring from
14days after the second dose in
participants without evidence of
infection before vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) at least 14days after
receipt of the second dose of study
intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT in participants with
no serological or virological evidence
(up to 14days after receipt of the
second dose) of past SARS -CoV -2
infection
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed COVID -19 occurring from
14days after the second dose in
participants with and without
evidence of infection before
vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) at least 14days after
receipt of the second dose of study
intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed severe COVID -19
occurring from 7days and from
14days after the second dose in
participants without evidence of
infection before vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants)
at least 7 days
and
at least 14 days
after receipt of the second dose of
study intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]Confirmed s evere COVID -19
incidence per 1000 person -years of
follow -up in participants with no
serological or virological evidence (up
to 7 days and up to 14 days after
receipt of the secon d dose) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed severe COVID -19
occurring from 7 days and from
14days after the second dose in
participants with and without
evidence of infection before
vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants)
at least 7 days
and
at least 14 days
after receipt of the second dose of
study intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]Confirmed severe COVID -19
incidence per 1000 person -years of
follow -up
To describe the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed COVID -19 (according to
the CDC -defined symptoms)
occurring from 7 days and from
14days after the second dose in
participants without evidence of
infection before vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants)
at least 7 days
and
at least 14 days
after receipt of the second dose of
study intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT in participants with
no serological or virological evidence
(up to 7days and up to 14 days after
receipt of the second dose) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
To describe the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed COVID -19 (according to
the CDC -defined symptoms)
occurring from 7 days and from
14days after the second dose in
participants with and without
evidence of infection before
vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants)
at least 7 days
and
at least 14 days
after receipt of the second dose of
study intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placeb o]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT
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To evaluate the efficacy of
prophylactic BNT162b2 against
non-S seroconversion to
SARS -CoV -2 in participants without
evidence of infection or confirmed
COVID -19In participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants):
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]Incidence of asymptomatic
SARS -CoV -2 infection per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
N-binding antibody seroconversion in
participants with no serological or
virological evidence of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection or confirmed
COVID -19
To evaluate the efficacy of
prophylactic BNT162b 2against
asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 infection
in participants without evidence of
infection up to the start of the
asymptomatic surveillance periodIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants):
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]Incidence of asymp tomatic
SARS -CoV -2 infection per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory –confirmed NAAT
in participants with no serological or
virological evidence (up to the start of
the asymptomatic surveillance period )
of past SARS -CoV -2 infection
Secondary Immunogenicity
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the immune response to prophylactic
BNT162b2 in participants 12 to 15
years of age compared to participants
16 to 25 years of ageGMR, estimated by the ratio of the
geometric mean of SARS -CoV -2
neutralizing titers in the 2 age groups
(12-15 years of age to 16 -25 years of
age) 1 month after completion of
vaccinationSARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers in
participants with no serological or
virological evidence (up to 1 month
after receipt of the seconddose) of
past SARS -CoV -2 infection
BNT162b2 -experienced participants
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the anti-SA immune response after a
third dose of BNT162b2 compared to
the anti –reference strain immune
response after 2 doses of BNT162b2,
in the same individuals GMR of SA NT 1month after the
third dose of BNT162b2 to the
reference strain NT 1 month after the
second dose of BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants w ith seroresponse to the
SAstrain at 1 month after the third
dose of BNT162b 2and seroresponse
to the reference strain at 1 month after
the second dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SA and reference strain
NTs in participants with no
serological or virological ev idence
(upto 1 month after receipt of the
third dose of BNT162b2 ) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the anti –reference strain immune
response after 1 dose of BNT162b2 SA
compared to after 2 doses of
BNT162b2, in the same individuals GMR of reference strain NT 1 month
after 1 dose of BNT162b2 SAto
1month after the second dose of
BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
reference strainat 1 month after 1
dose of BNT162b2 SAand 1 month
after the second dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 reference strain NTs in
participants with no serological or
virological evidence (up to 1 month
after receipt of 1 dose of
BNT162b2 SA) of past SARS -CoV -2
infection
To descriptively compare the anti-SA
immune response after 1 dose of
BNT162b2 SAanda third dose of
BNT162b2GMR of SANT 1 month after 1 dose
of BNT162b2 SAto1month after the
third dose of BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participa nts with seroresponse to the
SAstrain at 1 month after 1 dose of
BNT162b2 SAand 1 month after the
third dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SA NT in participants
with no serological or virological
evidence (up to 1 month after receipt
of 1dose of BNT162b2 SAor the third
dose of BNT162b2 ) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
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Todescriptively compare the anti-SA
immune response after 2 doses of
BNT162b2 SAand the anti –reference
strain immune response after 2 doses
of BNT162b2, in the same individuals GMR of SA NT 1month after the
second dose of BNT162b2 SAto the
reference strain NT 1 month after the
second dose of BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
SA strain at 1 month after the second
dose of BNT162b2 SAand
seroresponse to the reference strain at
1 month after the second dose of
BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SA and reference strain
NTs in participants with no
serological or virological evidence
(upto 1 month after receipt of the
second dose of BNT162b2 SA) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
BNT162b2 -naïve participants
Todemonstrate a statistically greater
anti-SA immune response after 2
doses of BNT162b2 SAcompared to
after 2 doses of BNT162b2 GMR of SA NT 1month after the
second dose of BNT162b2 SAto
1month after the second dose of
BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
SA strain at 1 month after the second
dose of BNT162b2 SAand 1 month
after the second dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SANTs in participants
with no serological or virological
evidence (up to 1 month after receipt
of the second dose of BNT162b2 SAor
BNT162b2 as appropriate) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
Todescriptively compare the anti–
reference strain immune response
after 2 doses of BNT162b2 SAand
after 2 doses of BNT162b2 GMR of reference strain NT 1 month
after the second dose of BNT162b2 SA
to 1month after the second dose of
BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
refere ncestrain at 1 month after th e
second dose of BNT162b2 SAand 1
month after the second dose of
BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 reference strain NTs in
participants with no serological or
virological evidence (up to 1 month
after receipt of the second doseof
BNT162b2 SAor BNT162b2 as
appropriate ) of past SARS -CoV -2
infection
Exploratory
To describe the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162b 2against
confirmed COVID -19 occurring from
7 days after the second dose through
the blinded follow -up period in
participants without, and with and
without ,evidence of infection before
vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) after receipt of the
second dose of study intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of blinded follow -up
based on central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT
To describe the incidence of
confirmed COVID -19 through the
entire study follow -up period in
participants who received BNT162b2
at initial randomization or
subseq uentlyIn participants who received
BNT162b2 (at initial randomization
or subsequently):
Incidence per 1000 person-ye ars of
follow -upCOVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT
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To evaluate the immune response
over time to prophylactic BNT162 b2
and persistence of immune response
in participants with and without
serological or virological evidence of
SARS -CoV -2infection before
vaccinationGMC/ GMT and GMFR at baseline
and 1, 6, 12, and 24 months after
completion of vaccination Full-length S -binding or
S1-binding IgGlevels
SARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers
To describe the incidence of non-S
seroconversion to SARS -CoV -2
through the entire study follow-up
period in participants who received
BNT162b2 at initial randomizationIn participants who received
BNT162b2 at initial randomization:
Incidence per 1000 person-ye ars of
follow -upIncidence of asymptomatic
SARS -CoV -2 infection per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
N-binding antibody seroconversion in
participants with no serological or
virological evidence of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection or confirmed
COVID -19
To describe the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162b 2against
asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 infection
in participants with evidence of
infection up to the start of the
asymptomatic surveillance periodIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants):
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]Incidence of asymptomatic
SARS -CoV -2 infection per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory –confirmed NAAT
in participants with serological or
virological evidence (up to the start of
the asymptomatic surveillance period)
of past SARS -CoV -2 infection
To describe the serological responses
to the BNT vaccine candidate and
characterize the SARS -CoV -2 isolate
in cases of :
Confirmed COVID-19
Confirmed severe COVID -19
SARS -CoV -2 infection without
confirmed COVID -19 Full-length S -binding or
S1-binding IgGlevels
SARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers
Identification of SARS -CoV -2
variant(s)
To describe the safety,
immunogenicity ,and efficacy of
prophylactic BNT162b2 in
individuals with confirmed stable HIV
disease All safety, immunogenicity, and
efficacy endpoints described
above
To describe the safety and
immunogenicity of prophylactic
BNT162b2 in individuals 16 to 55
years of age vaccinated with study
intervention produced by
manufacturing “Process 1” or
“Process 2”b AEs
SAEs
SARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers
To describe the immune response to
any VOCs not already specifiedGeometric mean NT for any VOC s
not already specified, after any dose
of BNT162b2 SAor BNT162b2 SARS -CoV -2NTs for any VOCs
not already specified
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To describe thecell-mediated immune
response , and additional humoral
immune response parameters, to the
reference strain and SA in a subset of
participants:
7 Daysand1and 6month safter
BNT162 b2SAgiven as 1 or 2
doses to BNT162b2 -experienced
participa nts
7 Daysand1and 6month safter
BNT162 b2SAgiven as 2 doses to
BNT162b2 -naïve participants
7 Daysand1and 6month safter
BNT162b2 given as a third dose
to BNT162b2 -experienced
participants
a.HIV-positive participants in Phase 3 will not be included in analyses of the objectives, with the
exception of the specific exploratory objective.
b.See Section 6.1.1 for a description of the manufacturing process.
Overall Design
This is a Phase 1/2 /3, multicenter, multinational, randomized, placebo -controlled,
observer -blind, dose -finding, vaccine candidate– selection ,and efficacy study in healthy
individuals.
The study consists of 2 parts :Phase 1: to identify preferred vaccine candidate(s) and dose
level(s); Phase 2/3: an expanded cohort and efficacy part. Th ese parts, and the progression
between them, are detailed in the schema ( Section 1.2).
The study will evaluate the safet y, tolerability , and immunogenicit yof 3 different
SARS -CoV-2 R NAvaccine candidate s against C OVID -19and the efficacy of 1 candidate :
As a 2 -dose (separa ted by 21 day s) schedule ;
At various different dose levels in Phase 1;
As a booster;
In 3 age groups ( Phase 1: 18 to 55 y ears of age, 65 to 85 y ears of age ; Phase 2/3: ≥12
years of age[stratified as 12-15, 16 -55,or >55years of age] ).
Dependent upon safet y and/or immunogenicit y data generated during the course of this
study , or the BioNTech study conducted in Germany (BNT162 -01), it is possible that groups
in Phase 1 may be started at the next highest dose, g roups may not be started, groups may be
terminated early , and /orgroups may be added with dose levels below the lowest stated dose
or intermediate between the lowest and highest stated doses.
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Participants ≥16 y ears of age who originall y received placebo will be offered the opportunity
to receive BNT162b2 at defined points as part of the study .
An intensive period of surveillance to evaluate the efficacy of BNT162b2 against
asymptomatic SARS -CoV-2 infection may be conducted at selected sites among Phase 2/3
participants following approval of protocol amendment 11. After an initial in -person visit
where a blood sample will be collected and a nasal (midturbinate) swab obtained, n asal
swab s will be obtained from consented participants every 2 weeks until Visit 4 , or a
sufficient number of cases of SARS -CoV -2 infection have accrued to evaluate this objective,
whichever is sooner . The swabs will be tested at a central laboratory using NAAT to detect
SARS -CoV -2.Participants who originall y received placebo and become eligible for receipt
of BNT162b2 according to local or national recommendations and then receive BNT162b2
as part of the stud y will not participate in surveillance for as ymptomatic SARS -CoV-2
infection ; if they become eligible during the surveillance period, the swabbing every 2 weeks
will cease .
In order to describe the boostability of BNT162, and potential heterologous protection
against emerging SARS -CoV -2 VOC s, an additional dose of BNT 162b2 at 30 µg will be
given to Phase 1 participants approximately 6to 12 months after their second dose of
BNT162b1 or BNT162b2. This will provide an early assessment of the safety of a third dose
of BNT162, as well as its immunogenicit y. The assessmen t of boostability will be further
expanded in a subset of Phase 3 participants who will receive a third dose of BNT162b2 or a
third and potentially a fourth dose of protot ype BNT162b2 VOC(based upon the South African
variant and hereafter referred to as BNT162b2 SA).
To further describe potential homologous and heterologous protection against emerging
SARS -CoV -2 VOCs, a new cohort of participants will be enrolled who are COVID-19
vaccine –naïve ( ie, BNT162b2 -naïve) and have not experienced COVID-19. They will
receive BNT162b2 SAgiven as a 2- dose series, separated by 21 day s.
Number of Participants
Each group in Phase 1 will comprise 15 participants (12 receiving active vaccine and
3receivi ng placebo). In this phase , 13groups will be studied, correspond ingto a total of
195participants.
The vaccine candidate selected for Phase 2/ 3, BNT162b 2at a dose of 30 µg,will comprise
21,999 vaccine recipients .The 12- to 15 -year stratum will comprise up to approximately
2000 participants ( 1000 vaccine recipients) enrolled at selected investigational sites. It is
intended that a minimum of 40% of participants will be in the >55-year stratum. An equal
number of participants will receive placeb o, ie, randomized in a 1:1 ratio.
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participants 18 to 55 y ears of age will be rerandomized in a 1:1 ratio to receive either a third
dose of BNT162b2 or a third dose of BNT162b2 SA.
An additional group of 30existing Phase 3 participants 18 to 55 y ears of age will be enrolled
to receive a third and fourth dose of BNT162b2 SA.For these 30 participants, through 1
month after their first dose of BNT162b2 SAthe participant swill be blinded to their vaccine
allocation ,but the investigator and sponsor will not be. Serum samples from these
participants may be used for assay development purposes and, except for objectives relating
to response to a fourth dose, their results wi ll be analy zed separately from the main
immunogenicit y anal yses.
Three hundred participants 18 to 55 y ears of age who are COVID -19 vaccine –naïve
(ie,BNT162b2 -naïve) and have not experienced COVID-19 will be enrolled as a new cohort
of participants toreceive BNT162b2 SAgiven as a 2- dose series .
Intervention Groups and Duration
The study will evaluate a 2-dose (separated b y 21 days) schedule of various different dose
levels of 3 investigational RNA vaccine candidate s for active immunization against
COVID -19in 3 age groups ( Phase 1: 18 to 55 years of age ,65 to 85 y ears of age ; Phase 2/3:
≥12years of age [stratified as 12-15, 16 -55,or >55 years of age] ):
BNT162b1 (BNT162 RNA -LNP vaccine utilizing modRNA and encoding the RBD ):
10µg, 20 µg, 30µg, 100 µg
BNT162b2 (BNT162 RNA -LNP vaccine utilizing modRNA and encoding the P2 S ):
10µg, 20µg,30µg
BNT162b2 SA(BNT162 RNA -LNP vaccine utilizing modRNA and encoding the P2 S
containing South Africa B.1.351 variant –specific mutations): 30µg
The vaccine candidate selected for Phase 2/3 evaluation is BNT162b 2at a dose of 30µg.
Participants are expected to participate for up to a maximum of approximately 26 months.
The duration of stud y follow -up may be shorter among participants enrolled in Phase 1
dosing arms that are not evaluated in Phase 2/ 3.
Phase 1 participants who originall y received BNT162b1 or BNT162b2 at dose levels of 10,
20, or 30 µg at Doses 1 and 2 will be offered an additional dose of BNT162b2 at 30 µg
approximately 6to 12 mon ths after their second dose of BNT162.
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The study will utilize an IRC, an internal Pfizer committee thatwill review data to allow
dose escalation or changes to continuation of specific groups .
An external data monitoring committee (DMC) will be formed and will review cumulative
unblinded data throughout the study .
Statistical Methods
Thesample size for Phase 1of the stud y is not based on an y statistical h ypothesis testing.
For Phase 2/3, the VE evaluation will be the primary objective . The VE is defined as
VE= 100 × (1–IRR), where IRR is calculated as the ratio of the first confirmed COVID -19
illness r ate in the vaccine group to the corresponding illness rate in the placebo group. With
assumptions of a true VE of 60%and 4 IAs planned , 164 COVID -19cases will provide 90%
power to conclude true VE > 30%. This would be achieved with a total 43,998 participants
(21,999 vaccine recipients ), based on the assumption of a 1.3 % per y earincidence in the
placebo group, accrual of 164 primary -endpoint cases within 6 months, and 20% of the
participants being nonevaluable. If the attack rate is much higher, case accrual would be
expected to be more rapid, enabling the study ’s primary endpoint to be evaluated much
sooner .The total number of participants enrolled in Phase 2/3 may vary depending on the
incidence of COVID -19 at the time of the enrollment ,the true underly ing VE, and a potential
early stop for efficacy or futility.
VE will be evaluated using a beta-binomial model and the posterior probability of VE being
>30% will be assessed.
The secondary objectives regarding VE against asy mptomatic SARS -CoV -2(determined b y
asymptomatic seroconversion of N -binding antibody and/or asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2
infection based on central laboratory –confirmed NAAT) will be evaluated. VE will be
demonstrated if the lower bound of the 95% CI for VE is>20% .
In Phase 3, up to approximately 2000 participants are anticipated to be 12 to 15 y ears of age.
Noninferiorit y of immune response to proph ylactic BNT162b2 in participants 12 to 15 years
of age to response in participants 16 to 25years of age will be assessed based on the GM Rof
SARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers using a 1.5 -fold margin. A sample size of 225 evaluable
participants (or 280 vaccine recipients) per age group will provide a power of 90.4% to
declare the noninferiority in terms of GM R(lower limit of 95% CI for GMR>0.67).
Theboostability and protection against emerging VOCs for BNT162b2-experienced
participants and BNT162b2 -naïve participants will be assessed based on GMRs of
SARS -CoV -2 SA -neutralizing and/orreference strain– neutralizing titers using a 2-fold
noninferiority margin and the difference in percentages of participants with seroresponse
using a 10% noninferiority margin.
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reactions, s ystemic events ,AEs/SAEs ,and abnormal hematology and chemistry laboratory
parameters (Phase 1 only), for each vacci ne group. A 3-tier approach will be used to
summarize AEs in Phase 2/3.
Except for the objective sto assess the noninferiority of immune response in parti cipants 12
to 15 years of age compared to participants 16 to 25 years of age and evaluation of
boostability and protection against emerging VOCs by BNT162b2 andBNT162b2 SAin
Phase 3, the other immunogenicity objectives will be evaluated descriptively by GMT, GMC,
GMFR, percentage of participants with ≥4-fold rise, and GMR,and the associated 95% CIs,
for SARS -CoV -2neutralizing titers, f ull-length S -binding or S1 -binding IgGlevels ,and/or
RBD- binding IgGlevels (Phase 1 only )at the various time points.
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Phase 1 For each vaccine candidate (4:1 randomization active:placebo)
Age: 18-55 y Age: 65-85 y
Low-dose -level 2 -dose group (n=15)
IRC (safety) IRC (safety Low-dose -level 2 -dose group (n=15)
after Dose 1)
Mid-dose -level 2 -dose group (n=15)
IRC (safety) IRC (safety Mid-dose -level 2 -dose group (n=15)
after Dose 1)
High -dose -level 2 -dose group (n=15)
IRC (safety High -dose -level 2 -dose group (n=15)
after Dose 1)
IRC choice of group(s) for Phase 2/3
(safety & immunogenicity after Dose s1 and 2)
Phase 2/ 3 Single vaccine candidate (1:1 randomization active:placebo)
Safety and immunogenicity analysis of
Phase 2 data (first 360 participants)
by unblinded team (these participants
will also be included in Phase 3
analyses)Age: ≥12
(Stratified 12-15, 16-55 ,or >55)
BNT162b 230µgor placebo 2doses
(n~21,999 per group , total n~ 43.998 )
Abbreviation: IRC = internal review committee.
Note: Participants ≥16 years of age who originally received placebo w ill be offered the opportunity to receive
BNT162b2 at defined points as part of the study.
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Page 371.3. S chedule of Activ ities
The SoA table sprovide an overview of the protocol visits and procedures. Refer to the
STUDY ASSESSMENTS AND PROCEDURES section of the protocol for detailed
information on each procedure and assessment required for compliance with the protocol.
The investigator may sche dule visits (unplanned visits) in additi on to those listed in the SoA
table , in order to conduct evaluations or assessments required to protect the well -being of the
participant .
1.3.1. Phase 1
Anunplanned potential COVID-19 illness visit and unplanned potential COVID-19
convalescent visit are requi red at an y time between Visit 1 (Vaccination 1) and Visit 10
(24-month follow -up visit) that COVID- 19 is suspected.
Administration of BNT162b2 to Those Originally Assigned to Placebo: If a participant
becomes eligible for receipt of BNT162b2 or another COV ID-19 vaccine according to
recommendations detailed separately , and available in the electronic study reference portal ,
theparticipant will be advised to contact the site to determine whether he or she can receive
BNT162b2 in a phased manner as part of the study . When contacted, the site will conduct a
phone visit to confirm eligibility and, if eligible and wanting to receive BNT162b2 if the
participant originally received placebo, will unblind study intervention allocation to
determine wheth er the participant received BNT162b1, BNT162b2, or placebo. If he or she
originall y received placebo and wants to receive BNT162b2 ,the participant will move to the
SoA in Section 1.3.3 for his or her remaining visits. Participants who received BNT162b1 or
BNT162b2 (at an y dose level) will continue in the study as originall y planned.
All other participants will be advised to contact the site to determine whether they can
receive BNT162b2 as part of the study no later than at the approximate time participants in
Phase 2/3 reach Visit 4. When contacted, the site will unblind study intervention allocation
to determine whether the partic ipant received BNT162b1, BNT162b2 ,or placebo. If he or
sheoriginally received placebo and want sto receive BNT162b2 ,the participant will move to
the SoA in Section 1.3.3 for his or her remaining visits.
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Study
procedures
for Visit 8
onwards
continue on
the next
tableUnplanned Unplanned
Visit Description Screening Vax 1 Next -Day
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 1) 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 1)Vax 2 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 2)2-Week
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 2) 1-Month
Follow -up
VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness
VisitaPotential
COVID -19
Convalesce
ntVisit
Visit Window (Days) 0 to 28
Days
Before
Visit 1Day 1 1 to 3
Days After
Visit 16 to 8
Days After
Visit 119 to 23
Days After
Visit 16 to 8
Days After
Visit 412 to 16
Days After
Visit 4 28 to 35
Days After
Visit 4Optimally
Within 3
Days After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness
Onset28 to 35
Days After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit
Obtain informed consent XContinued on table belowAssign participant number X
Obtain demography and medical
history dataX
Obtain details of medications
currently takenX
Perform physical examination X X X X X X X
Measure vital signs
(including body temperature)X X X X X X X
Collect blood sample for hematology
and chemistry laboratory testsb~10 mL ~10 mL ~10 mL ~10 mL ~10 mL
Collect screening blood sample for
HIV, HBsAg, HBc Ab, and HCV Ab
tests~10 mL
Serological test for p rior COVID- 19
infection~20 mL
Perform urine pregnancy test (if
appropriate)X X X
Obtain nasal (midturbinate) swab(s)cX X X
Collect nonstudy vaccine information X X X X X X X X
Confirm eligibility X X X
Collect prohibited medication use X X X X X X X X
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Study
procedures
for Visit 8
onwards
continue on
the next
tableUnplanned Unplanned
Visit Description Screening Vax 1 Next -Day
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 1) 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 1)Vax 2 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 2)2-Week
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 2) 1-Month
Follow -up
VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness
VisitaPotential
COVID -19
Convalesce
ntVisit
Visit Window (Days) 0 to 28
Days
Before
Visit 1Day 1 1 to 3
Days After
Visit 16 to 8
Days After
Visit 119 to 23
Days After
Visit 16 to 8
Days After
Visit 412 to 16
Days After
Visit 4 28 to 35
Days After
Visit 4Optimally
Within 3
Days After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness
Onset28 to 35
Days After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit
Review hematology and chemistry
resultsX X X X XContinued on table belowReview temporary delay criteria X X
Confirm use of contraceptives
(ifappropriate)X X X X X X X X
Obtain randomization number and
study intervention allocationX
Collect blood sample for
immunogenicity assessment ~50 mL ~50 mL ~50 mL ~50 mL
+ optionale
~170 mL~50 mL
+ optionale
~170 mL~50 mL
+ optionale
~170 mL~20 mL
Administer study intervention X X
Assess acute reactions for at least 30
minutes after study intervention
administrationdX X
Explain participant communication
methods (including for e -diary
completion), assist the participant
with downloading the app, or issue
provisioned device, if requiredX
Provide thermometer and measuring
deviceX X
Review reactogenicity e-diary data
(daily review is optimal during the
active diary period)
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Study
procedures
for Visit 8
onwards
continue on
the next
tableUnplanned Unplanned
Visit Description Screening Vax 1 Next -Day
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 1) 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 1)Vax 2 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 2)2-Week
Follow -up
Visit
(Vax 2) 1-Month
Follow -up
VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness
VisitaPotential
COVID -19
Convalesce
ntVisit
Visit Window (Days) 0 to 28
Days
Before
Visit 1Day 1 1 to 3
Days After
Visit 16 to 8
Days After
Visit 119 to 23
Days After
Visit 16 to 8
Days After
Visit 412 to 16
Days After
Visit 4 28 to 35
Days After
Visit 4Optimally
Within 3
Days After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness
Onset28 to 35
Days After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit
Review ongoing reactogenicity e-
diary symptoms and obtain stop dates X XContinued on table
belowCollect AEs and SAEs as appropriate X X X X X X X X X X
Collect e -diary or assist the participant
to delete application
Collection of
COVID -19–related clinical and
laboratory information (including
local diagnosis)X X
Abbreviations: e -diary = electronic diary; HBc Ab = hepatitis B core antibody; HBsAg = hepatitis B surface antigen; HCV Ab = hepatitis C virus antibody;
HIV = human immunodeficiency virus; NAAT = nucleic acid amplification test; vax = vaccination.
a.TheCOVID -19 illness visit may be conducted as an in -person or telehealth visit.
b.Hem atology: hemoglobin, complete blood count with differential, and platelets. Blood chemistry: alanine aminotransferase (AL T), aspartate
aminotransferase (AST), alkaline pho sphatase, total bilirubin, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), and creatinine.
c.Two swabs will be taken at Visits 1 and 4. One will be tested (if possible at the site, otherwise at the central laboratory) within 24 hours and vaccination w ill
only proceed if it i sNAAT -negative for SARS -CoV -2 genomes. The second will be sent to the central laboratory for potential later testing.
d.The first 5 participants in in each group will be observed at the site for at least 4 hours after study intervention administ ration. Fu rther vaccination will
commence no sooner than 24 hours after the fifth participant received his or her vaccination.
e.An optional blood draw of ~170 mL will be taken at 1 of the visits (from selected participants who consent) for exploratory COVID -19 res earch .
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Visit Number 8 8a 8b 8c 9 10 Unplanned Unplanned
Visit Description 6-Month
Follow -up VisitVax 3 1-Week
Follow -up Visit
(After Vax 3)1-Month
Follow -up Visit
(After Vax 3)12-Month
Follow -up Visit24-Month
Follow -up VisitPotential
COVID -19 Illness
VisitaPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent Visit
Visit Window (Days) 175to 189Days
After Visit 4175to 315 Days
After Visit 46 to 8 Days
After Visit 8a28 to 35 Days
After Visit 8a350 to 378 Days
After Visit 4714 to 742 Days
After Visit 4Optimally Within
3Days After
Potential
COVID -19 Illness
Onset28 to 35 Days After
Potential
COVID -19 Illness
Visit
ONLY FOR THOSE PARTICIPANTS
ORIGINALLY ASSIGNED TO BNT162 at
10µg, 20 µg, or 30 µg
Those participants who decline to receive a third
dose of BNT162 m ove directly from Visit 8 to
Visit 9ONLY FOR THOSE
PARTICIPANTS
ORIGINALLY ASSIGNED TO
BNT162 OR PLACEBO
RECIPIENTS WHO D ECLINE
BNT162b2 (ie, those
participants who do not
transition from placebo to
BNT162b2)
Obtain informed consent X
Confirm participant originally
received 10to 30µg of
BNT162b1 or BNT162b2X
Perform urine pregnancy test
(if appropriate)X
Confirm use of contraceptives
(ifappropriate)X X X
Collect prohibited medication
useX X X X X X X X
Collect nonstudy vaccine
information X X X X
Measure body temperature X
Confirm eligibility X
Review temporary delay
criteriaX
Collect blood sample for
immunogenicity assessment ~20 mL ~20 mL ~20 mL ~20 mL ~20 mL ~20 mL ~20 mL
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Visit Number 8 8a 8b 8c 9 10 Unplanned Unplanned
Visit Description 6-Month
Follow -up VisitVax 3 1-Week
Follow -up Visit
(After Vax 3)1-Month
Follow -up Visit
(After Vax 3)12-Month
Follow -up Visit24-Month
Follow -up VisitPotential
COVID -19 Illness
VisitaPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent Visit
Visit Window (Days) 175to 189Days
After Visit 4175to 315 Days
After Visit 46 to 8 Days
After Visit 8a28 to 35 Days
After Visit 8a350 to 378 Days
After Visit 4714 to 742 Days
After Visit 4Optimally Within
3Days After
Potential
COVID -19 Illness
Onset28 to 35 Days After
Potential
COVID -19 Illness
Visit
ONLY FOR THOSE PARTICIPANTS
ORIGINALLY ASSIGNED TO BNT162 at
10µg, 20 µg, or 30 µg
Those participants who decline to receive a third
dose of BNT162 m ove directly from Visit 8 to
Visit 9ONLY FOR THOSE
PARTICIPANTS
ORIGINALLY ASSIGNED TO
BNT162 OR PLACEBO
RECIPIENTS WHO D ECLINE
BNT162b2 (ie, those
participants who do not
transition from placebo to
BNT162b2)
Obtain nasal (midturbinate)
swab(s)X X
Obtain the participant’s
vaccine vial allocation using
the IRT systemX
Administer 30-µ g dose of
BNT162b2X
Assess acute reactions for at
least 30 minutes after study
intervention administrationX
Provide thermometer and
measuring deviceX
Remind participant of e-diary
technologiesX
Review reactogenicity e-diary
data (daily review is optimal
during the active diary period)
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Visit Number 8 8a 8b 8c 9 10 Unplanned Unplanned
Visit Description 6-Month
Follow -up VisitVax 3 1-Week
Follow -up Visit
(After Vax 3)1-Month
Follow -up Visit
(After Vax 3)12-Month
Follow -up Visit24-Month
Follow -up VisitPotential
COVID -19 Illness
VisitaPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent Visit
Visit Window (Days) 175to 189Days
After Visit 4175to 315 Days
After Visit 46 to 8 Days
After Visit 8a28 to 35 Days
After Visit 8a350 to 378 Days
After Visit 4714 to 742 Days
After Visit 4Optimally Within
3Days After
Potential
COVID -19 Illness
Onset28 to 35 Days After
Potential
COVID -19 Illness
Visit
ONLY FOR THOSE PARTICIPANTS
ORIGINALLY ASSIGNED TO BNT162 at
10µg, 20 µg, or 30 µg
Those participants who decline to receive a third
dose of BNT162 m ove directly from Visit 8 to
Visit 9ONLY FOR THOSE
PARTICIPANTS
ORIGINALLY ASSIGNED TO
BNT162 OR PLACEBO
RECIPIENTS WHO D ECLINE
BNT162b2 (ie, those
participants who do not
transition from placebo to
BNT162b2)
Review ongoing
reactogenicity e-diary
symptoms and obtain stop
dates X
Collect AEs and SAEs as
appropriateX X X X XbXb X X
Collect e -diary or assist the
participant to delete
applicationX
Collection of
COVID -19–related clinical
and laboratory information
(including local diagnosis)X X
Abbreviation s: IRT = interactive response technology; vax = vaccination.
a. The COVID- 19 illness visit may be conducted as an in -person or telehealth visit.
b.Any AEs occurring up to 48 hours after the blood draw must be recorded (see Section 8.3.1 ).
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An unplanned potential COVID-19 illness visit and unplanned potential COVID-19
convalescent visit are required at an y time between Visit 1 (Vaccination 1) and Visit 6
(24-month follow -up visit) that potential COVID -19symptoms are reported, including
MIS-C.
Administration of BNT162b2 to Those Originally Assigned to Placebo: If a participant
≥16 years of age becomes eligible for receipt of BNT162b2 or another COVID -19 vaccine
according to recommendations detailed separatel y, and available in the electronic study
reference portal, theparticipant will be advised to contact the site to determine whether he or
shecan receive BNT162b2 in a phased manner aspart of the stud y.When contacted, the s ite
will conduct aphone visit to confirm eligibility and, if eligible and wanting to receive
BNT162b2 if the participant originall y received placebo, will unblind study intervention
allocation to determine whether theparticipant received BNT162b2 or placebo .If he or she
originall y received placebo and want sto receive BNT162b2 ,the participant will move to the
SoA in Section 1.3.3 for his or her remaining visits. Participants who received BNT162b2
will continue in the study as originally planned.
All other participants ≥16 y earsof age who have not already been offe red the opportunity to
receive BNT162b2 will be given this opportunity no later than 6 months after Vaccination 2
(at the time of the originally planned Visit 4). If they want to receive BNT162b2 ,theywill
be unblinded and those who did originall y receive placebo will move to the SoA in
Section 1.3.3 for their remaining visits.
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Visit Description Vaccination 1 Vaccination 2 1-Month
Follow -up
Visit6-Month
Follow -up
Visit12-Month
Follow -up
Visit24-Month
Follow -up
VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitaPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) Day 1b 19 to 23 Days
After Visit 128 to 35 Days
After Visit 2175to 189
Days After
Visit 2350 to 378
Days After
Visit 2714 to 742
Days After
Visit 2Optimally
Within 3
Days After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness VisitONLY FOR THOSE
PARTICIPANTS
ORIGINALLY ASSIGNED
TO BNT162b2 OR
PLACEBO RECIPIENTS
WHO DECLINE
BNT162b2
Obtain informed consent X
Assign participant number X
Obtain demography and medical history data X
Perform clinical assessmentc X
For participants who are HIV-positive, record latest
CD4 count and HIV viral loadX X X X X
Measure height and weight X
Measure temperature (body) X X
Perform urine pregnancy test (if appropriate) X X
Confirm use of contraceptives (if appropriate) X X X
Collect nonstudy vaccine information X X X X
Collect prohibited medication use X X X X X X X
Confirm eligibility X X
Review temporary delay criteria X X
Collect blood sample for immunogenicity
assessmentd~20mL/
~10mL~20mL/
~10mL~20mL/
~10mL~20mL/
~10mL~20 mL/
~10mL~20mL/
~10mL
Obtain nasal (midturbinate) swab X X X
Obtain randomization number and study
intervention allocationX
Administer study intervention X X
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Page 46Visit Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 Unplanned Unplanned
Visit Description Vaccination 1 Vaccination 2 1-Month
Follow -up
Visit6-Month
Follow -up
Visit12-Month
Follow -up
Visit24-Month
Follow -up
VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitaPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) Day 1b 19 to 23 Days
After Visit 128 to 35 Days
After Visit 2175to 189
Days After
Visit 2350 to 378
Days After
Visit 2714 to 742
Days After
Visit 2Optimally
Within 3
Days After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness VisitONLY FOR THOSE
PARTICIPANTS
ORIGINALLY ASSIGNED
TO BNT162b2 OR
PLACEBO RECIPIENTS
WHO DECLINE
BNT162b2
Assess acute reactions for at least 30 minutes after
study intervention administrationX X
Explain p articipant communication methods
(including for e -diary completion), assist the
participant with downloading the app, or issue
provisioned device, if requiredX
Provide /ensure the participant has a thermometer
(all participants) and measuring device
(reactogenicity subset participants only)X X
Review reactogenicity e -diary data (daily review is
optimal during the active diary period)e
Review ongoing reactogenicity e -diary symptoms
and obtain stop dateseX X
Collect AEs and SAEs as appropriate X X X XfXfXf X Xf
According to eligibility, a scertain willingness to
receive BNT162b2 if or iginally received placebo ;if
willing, u nblind the participant’s study intervention
assignment (if not already done), and move placebo
recipients to the SoA in Section 1.3.3X X
Collect e -diary or assist the participant to delete
applicationX
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Visit Description Vaccination 1 Vaccination 2 1-Month
Follow -up
Visit6-Month
Follow -up
Visit12-Month
Follow -up
Visit24-Month
Follow -up
VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitaPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) Day 1b 19 to 23 Days
After Visit 128 to 35 Days
After Visit 2175to 189
Days After
Visit 2350 to 378
Days After
Visit 2714 to 742
Days After
Visit 2Optimally
Within 3
Days After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness VisitONLY FOR THOSE
PARTICIPANTS
ORIGINALLY ASSIGNED
TO BNT162b2 OR
PLACEBO RECIPIENTS
WHO DECLINE
BNT162b2
Collection of COVID -19–related clinical and
laboratory information (including local diagnosis)X X
Abbreviation s: HIV = human immunodeficiency virus; e-diary = electronic diary.
a.The COVID- 19 illness visit may be conducted as an in -person or telehealth visit.
b.The visit may be conducted across 2 conse cutive days; if so, all steps from assessing the inclusion and exclusion criteria onwards must be conducted on the
same day.
c.Including, if indicated, a physical examination.
d.20mL is to be collected from participants ≥16 years of age; 10 mL is to be collected from participants 12 to 15 years of age.
e.Reactogenicity subset participants only.
f.Any AEs occurring up to 48 hours after the blood draw must be recorded (see Section 8.3.1 ).
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Page 481.3.3. Administration of BNT162b2 to Those Originally Assigned to Placebo
Participants ≥16 years of age who originall y received placebo and become eligible for receipt of BNT162b2 according to
recommendations detailed separately , and available in the electronic study reference portal ,will have the opportunity to receive
BNT162b2 in a phased manner as part of the study . Any placebo recipient ≥16 years of age who has not alread y been offered the
opportunity to receive BNT162b2 will be given this opportunity no later than 6 months after Vaccination 2.
Visit Number 101 102 103 104 105 Unplanned Unplanned
Visit Description Vaccination 3 Vaccination 4 1-Month
Telephone
Contact6-Month
Telephone
Contact18-Month
Telephone
ContactPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) From
Recommendationa
or
At Least 17 5Days
After Vaccination 2b19 to 23 Days
After Visit 10128 to 35 Days
After Visit 102175to 189
Days After
Visit 102532 to 560 Days
After Visit 102Optimally
Within 3 Days
After Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit
Confirm participant meets local/national
recommending criteria or is at least 175 days
after Vaccination 2 (Visit 4 /Visit 2)X
Obtain informed consent X
Confirm participant originally received placebo X
Perform urine pregnancy test (if appropriate) X X
Confirm use of contraceptives (if appropriate) X X
Collect prohibited medication use X X X X X X X
For participants who are HIV-positive, record
latest CD4 count and HIV viral loadX X X X
Review and consider eligibility X X
Review temporary delay criteria X X
Collect blood sample for immunogenicity
assessmentc~20mL ~20mL
Obtain nasal (midturbinate) swab X X X
Obtain vaccine vial allocation via IRT X X
Administer BNT162b2 X X
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Visit Description Vaccination 3 Vaccination 4 1-Month
Telephone
Contact6-Month
Telephone
Contact18-Month
Telephone
ContactPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) From
Recommendationa
or
At Least 17 5Days
After Vaccination 2b19 to 23 Days
After Visit 10128 to 35 Days
After Visit 102175to 189
Days After
Visit 102532 to 560 Days
After Visit 102Optimally
Within 3 Days
After Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit
Assess acute reactions for at least 30 minutes
after study intervention administrationX X
Collect AEs and SAEs as appropriate X X X X XdXd
Contact the participant by telephone X X X
Request the participant return the e -diary or
assist the participant to delete the applicationX
Collection of COVID -19–related clinical and
laboratory information (including local
diagnosis)X X
Abbreviation s:HIV = human immunodeficiency virus; IRT = interactive response technology.
a.For participants whobecom e eligible according to recommenda tions detailed separately and available in the electronic study reference portal .
b.For any remaining Phase 2/3 placebo recipients who wish to receive BNT162b2 ;may be combined with Visit 4 for Phase 2/3 participants .
c.Only if the participant has no blood sample collected in the previous 7 days .
d.AEs need only be recorded if the participant remains in the AE reporting period (see Section 8.3.1 ).
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Page 501.3.4. Administration of an Additional Dose of BNT162b2 or BNT162b2 SA
Select participant s in Phase 3 at select sites who originall y received 2 doses of BNT162b2 will be offered the opportunity to receive a
third (and potentially fourth) dose of BNT162b2 or BNT162b2 SA.
Visit Number 301 302 303 304 305 306 307 Unplanned Unplanned
Visit Description Vax 3a 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit (After
Vax 3)1-Month
Follow -up
Visit
(After Vax
3)1-Week
Follow -up
Visit (After
Vax 4)b1-Month
Follow -up
Visit
(After Vax
4)b6-Month
Follow -up
Visit18-Month
Follow -up VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitcPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) 150 to 2 10
Days After
Visit 26 to 8 Days
After Visit
30128 to 35 Days
After Visit
3016 to 8 Days
After Visit
30328 to 35 Days
After Visit
303175to 189
Days After
Visit 301532to 560Days
After Visit 301Optimally
Within 3 Days
After Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit ONLY FOR SELECT PARTICIPANTS
AT SELECT SITES WHO ORIGINALLY
RECEIVED BNT162b2 AT DOSE 1 AND
DOSE 2ONLY FOR THE SUBSET
OF PARTICIPANTS WHO
RECEIVE DOSE 4
Obtain informed consent X
Confirm participant originally
received BNT162b2 at Dose 1
and Dose 2X
Perform urine pregnancy test (if
appropriate)X Xb
Confirm use of contraceptives
(ifappropriate)X X X X X
Collect prohibited medication
useX X X X X X X X X
Collect nonstudy vaccine
information X X X X X X
For participants who are HIV -
positive, record latest CD4
count and HIV viral loadX X X X
Measure body temperature X Xb
Confirm eligibility X Xb
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Visit Description Vax 3a 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit (After
Vax 3)1-Month
Follow -up
Visit
(After Vax
3)1-Week
Follow -up
Visit (After
Vax 4)b1-Month
Follow -up
Visit
(After Vax
4)b6-Month
Follow -up
Visit18-Month
Follow -up VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitcPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) 150 to 2 10
Days After
Visit 26 to 8 Days
After Visit
30128 to 35 Days
After Visit
3016 to 8 Days
After Visit
30328 to 35 Days
After Visit
303175to 189
Days After
Visit 301532to 560Days
After Visit 301Optimally
Within 3 Days
After Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit ONLY FOR SELECT PARTICIPANTS
AT SELECT SITES WHO ORIGINALLY
RECEIVED BNT162b2 AT DOSE 1 AND
DOSE 2ONLY FOR THE SUBSET
OF PARTICIPANTS WHO
RECEIVE DOSE 4
Review temporary delay criteria X Xb
Collect blood sample for
immunogenicity assessment ~50 mL ~50 mL ~50 mL ~50 mL ~50 mL ~50 mL ~50 mL ~20 mL
Collect blood sample for PBMC
isolationd~120 mL ~120 mL ~120 mL ~120 mL
Collect blood sample for HLA
typingd~5mL
Obtain nasal (midturbinate)
swab(s)X Xb X
Obtain randomization number
and study intervention
allocation using the IRT systemX
Administer study intervention X Xb
Assess acute reactions for at
least 30 minutes after study
intervention administrationX Xb
Provide thermometer and
measuring deviceX
Remind participant of e-diary
technologiesX Xb
Review reactogenicity e-diary
data (daily review is optimal
during the active diary period)
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Visit Description Vax 3a 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit (After
Vax 3)1-Month
Follow -up
Visit
(After Vax
3)1-Week
Follow -up
Visit (After
Vax 4)b1-Month
Follow -up
Visit
(After Vax
4)b6-Month
Follow -up
Visit18-Month
Follow -up VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitcPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) 150 to 2 10
Days After
Visit 26 to 8 Days
After Visit
30128 to 35 Days
After Visit
3016 to 8 Days
After Visit
30328 to 35 Days
After Visit
303175to 189
Days After
Visit 301532to 560Days
After Visit 301Optimally
Within 3 Days
After Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit ONLY FOR SELECT PARTICIPANTS
AT SELECT SITES WHO ORIGINALLY
RECEIVED BNT162b2 AT DOSE 1 AND
DOSE 2ONLY FOR THE SUBSET
OF PARTICIPANTS WHO
RECEIVE DOSE 4
Review ongoing reactogenicity
e-diary symptoms and obtain
stop dates X X
Collect AEs and SAEs as
appropriateX X X X X XeXe X Xe
Collect e -diary or assist the
participant to delete applicationX
Collection of
COVID -19–related clinical and
laboratory information
(including local diagnosis)X X
Abbreviations: e-diary = electronic diary ; HIV = human immunodeficiency virus; HLA = human leukocyte antigen; IRT = interactive response technology; PBMC = peripheral
blood mononuclear cell; vax = vaccination.
a.Visit 301 can occur on the same day as Visit 4, but all procedures for both visits must be conducted (including collection of all blood samples) .
b.Only for those participants who willreceive Dose 4 .
c. The COVID- 19 illness visit may be conducted as an in -person or telehealth visit.
d.Additional 120 mL for PBMC isolation and 5 mL for HLA typing is for select participants who w ill receive a third (but not fourth) dose of BNT162b2 or
BNT16 2b2SAat select sites only .
e.Any AEs occurring up to 48 hours after the blood draw must be recorded (see Section 8.3.1 ).
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Page 531.3.5. Administration of BNT162b2 SAto BNT162b2-N aïve Participants
As part of Amendment 14, an additional cohort of BNT162b2 -naïve participants will be enrolled to receive BNT162b2 SA per the
following SoA.
Visit Number 401 402 403 404 405 406 Unplanned Unplanned
Visit Description Vaccination 1 Vaccination 2 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit1-Month
Follow -up
Visit6-Month
Follow -up
Visit18-Month
Follow -up
VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitbPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) Day 1a 19 to 23 Days
After Visit
4016to 8Days
After Visit
40228 to 35 Days
After Visit
402175to 189
Days After
Visit 402532to 560
Days After
Visit 402Optimally
Within 3 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit
Obtain informed consent X
Assign participant number X
Obtain demography and medical history data X
Perform clinical assessmen tc X
Measure height and weight X
Measure temperature (body) X X
Perform urine pregnancy test (if appropriate) X X
Confirm use of contraceptives (if appropriate) X X X X
Collect nonstudy vaccine information X X X X X
Collect prohibited medication use X X X X X X X
For participants who are HIV-positive, record
latest CD4 count and HIV viral loadX X X X
Confirm eligibility X X
Review temporary delay criteria X X
Collect blood sample for immunogenicity
assessment~50mL ~50mL ~50mL ~50mL ~50 mL ~20mL
Collect blood sample for PBMC isolationd ~120 mL ~120 mL ~120 mL ~120 mL
Collect blood sample for HLA typingd ~5mL
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Visit Description Vaccination 1 Vaccination 2 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit1-Month
Follow -up
Visit6-Month
Follow -up
Visit18-Month
Follow -up
VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitbPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) Day 1a 19 to 23 Days
After Visit
4016to 8Days
After Visit
40228 to 35 Days
After Visit
402175to 189
Days After
Visit 402532to 560
Days After
Visit 402Optimally
Within 3 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit
Obtain nasal (midturbinate) swab X X X
Obtain the participant’s vaccine vial allocation
using the IRT systemX X
Administer BNT162b2 SA X X
Assess acute reactions for at least 30 minutes
after study intervention administrationX X
Explain p articipant communication methods
(including for e -diary completion), assist the
participant with downloading the app, or issue
provisioned device, if requiredX
Provide /ensure the participant has a
thermometer (all participants) and measuring
device (reactogenicity subset participants only)X X
Review reactogenicity e -diary data (daily
review is optimal during the active diary
period)
Review ongoing reactogenicity e -diary
symptoms and obtain stop datesX X
Collect AEs and SAEs as appropriate X X X X XeXe X Xe
Collect e -diary or assist the participant to delete
applicationX
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Visit Description Vaccination 1 Vaccination 2 1-Week
Follow -up
Visit1-Month
Follow -up
Visit6-Month
Follow -up
Visit18-Month
Follow -up
VisitPotential
COVID -19
Illness VisitbPotential
COVID -19
Convalescent
Visit
Visit Window (Days) Day 1a 19 to 23 Days
After Visit
4016to 8Days
After Visit
40228 to 35 Days
After Visit
402175to 189
Days After
Visit 402532to 560
Days After
Visit 402Optimally
Within 3 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Onset28 to 35 Days
After
Potential
COVID -19
Illness Visit
Collection of COVID -19–related clinical and
laboratory information (including local
diagnosis)X X
Abbreviation s: e-diary = electronic diary ; HIV = human immunodeficiency virus; HLA = human leukocyte antigen; IRT = interactive response technology; PBMC = peripheral
blood mononuclear cell; vax = vaccination .
a.The visit may be conducted across 2 consecutive days; if so, all steps from assessing the inclusion and exclusion criteria on wards must be conducted on the
same day.
b.The COVID- 19 illness visit may be conducted as an in -person or telehealth visit.
c.Including, if indicated, a physical examination.
d.Additional 120 mL for PBMC isolation and 5 mL for HLA typing is for select participants at select sites only.
e.Any AEs occurring up to 48 hours after the blood draw must be recorded (see Section 8.3.1 ).
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Page 561.3.6. Surveillance for Asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 Infection
An intensive period of surveillance for as ymptomatic SARS -CoV-2 infection may be conducted at selected sites among Phase 2/3
participants following approval of protocol amendment 11. After an initial in -person visit where a blood sample will be collected and
a nasal (midturbinate) swab obtained, n asal (midturbinate) swab s will be obtained from consented participants every 2 weeks until
Visit 4 or a sufficient number of cases of SARS- CoV -2 infection have accrued to evaluate this objective, whichever is sooner.
Participants who are unblinded because they becom epotentially eligible for receipt of BNT162b2 according to recommendations
detailed separatel y, and available in the electronic study reference portal, will not participate in surveillance for asy mptomatic
SARS -CoV-2 infection. However, participants who provided additional consent to conduct biweekly swabbing for surveillance of
asymptomatic infection should continue to swab even after unblinding if they originally received BNT162b2 .
Surveillance for asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 infection (swabbing) should cease in partici pants enrolled in to the subset of participants
who will receive an additional dose of BNT162b2 or BNT162b2 SA.
Visit Number 201 202Onward
Visit Description Asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2
Infection Surveillance ConsentAsymptomatic SARS -CoV -2
Infection
Surveillance Swab
Visit Window (Days) From Approval of Protocol
Amendment 11 Repeating Every 10 to 18 Days
After Each Previous Surveillance
Swab Collection
Obtain informed consent for asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 infection surveillance X
Collect prohibited medication use X
Collect blood sample for immunogenicity assessmenta~20mL/~10 mL
Obtain nasal (midturbinate) swab (self-swab at home or by site staff at an in -
person visit)X X
Collect AEs and SAEs as appropriatebX
a.Only if the participant has no blood sample collected in the previous 7 days. 20 mL is to be collected from participants ≥16 years of age; 10 mL is to be
collected from participants 12 to 15 years of age .
b.AEs need only be recorded if the participant remains in the AE reporting period (see Section 8.3.1 ).
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Page 572.INTRODUCTION
The BNT162 RNA -based COVID -19 vaccine sare currently being investigated for
prevention of COVID -19 in healthy individuals.
2.1.Study Rationale
The purpose of the study is to rapidly describe the safet y, tolerabilit y, and immunogenicit y of
2 BNT162 RNA -based COVID -19 vaccine candidates against COVID-19 , and the efficacy
of 1 candidate, in healthy individuals. There are currentl y no licensed vaccines to prevent
infection with SARS -CoV -2or COVID -19. Given the g lobal crisis of COVID -19 and fas t
expansion of the disease in the United States and elsewhere, the rapid development of an
effective vaccine is of utmost importance.
2.2.Background
In December 2019, a pneumonia outbreak of unknown cause occurred in Wuhan, China.
InJanuary 2020, it became c lear that a novel coronavirus (2019 -nCoV) was the underl ying
cause. Later in January , the genetic sequence of the 2019 -nCoV became available to the
World Health Organization (WHO) and public (MN908947.3), and the virus was categorized
in the Betacoronavir ussubfamily . By sequence analy sis, the phy logenetic tree revealed a
closer relationship to severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) virus isolates than to another
coronavirus infecting humans, the Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) virus.
SARS -CoV -2 infections and the resulting disease, COVID -19,have spread globall y,
affecting a growing number of countries.
On 11 March 2020 ,the WHO characterized the COVID -19 outbreak as a pandemic.1
TheWHO Situation Update Report dated 30March 2020 not ed 693,224 confirmed cases
with 33,106 deaths globally , including 142,081 confirmed cases with 2457 deaths in the
Americas .2 The United States currently has the most re ported cases globall y. At the time of
this communication, the number of confirmed case s continues to rise globally . There are
currentl y no licensed vaccines or effective antiviral drugs to treat SARS -CoV -2 infections or
the disease it causes, COVID -19.3
As more data about COVID -19 continue to accrue, the potential duration of protection
afforded after a wild -type SARS -CoV -2 infection, and by vaccination, remains unknown. In
addition, mutated SARS -CoV -2 VOC s have started to emerge, for example in the UK
(known as 20I/501Y.V1, VOC 202012/01, or B.1.1.7) , SA (known as 20H/501Y.V2 or
B.1.351) ,and Brazil (known as P.1) .4
A proph ylactic, RNA -based SARS -CoV -2 vaccine provides one of the most flexible and
fastest approaches available to immunize against the emerging virus.5,6
The development of an RNA -based vaccine encoding a viral antigen, which is then expressed
by the vaccine recipient as a protein capable of eliciting protective immune responses,
provides significant advantages over more traditional vaccine approaches. Unlike live
attenuated vaccines, RNA vaccines do not carry the risks associ ated with infection and may
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Page 58be given to people who cannot be administered live virus (eg, pregnant women and
immunocompromised persons). RNA -based vaccines are manufactured via a cell- free in
vitro transcription process, which allows an eas y and rapid pro duction and the prospect of
producing high numbers of vaccination doses within a shorter time period than achieved with
traditional vaccine approaches. This capability is pivotal to enable the most effective
response in outbreak scenarios.
Three SARS -CoV -2–RNA lipid nanoparticle (RNA -LNP) vaccines based on aplatform of
nucleoside -modified messenger RNA (modRNA , BNT162b )will be evaluated in this study .
Each vaccine candidate expresses 1 of 3 antigens:
BNT162b1 (variant RBP020.3) : nucleoside -modified messenger RNA (modRNA) with
blunted innate immune sensor –activating capacit y and augmented expression encoding
the trimerized SARS -CoV -2 spike gly coprotein receptor- binding domain (RBD)
(version 5);
BNT162b2 (variant RBP020.2 ): nucleoside -modified messenger RNA (modRNA) as
above ,but encoding the SARS -CoV -2 full -length, P2 mutant, prefusion spike
glycoprotein (P2 S) (version 9);
BNT162b2s01 (variant RBP020.11): nucleoside -modified messenger RNA (modRNA)
as above ,but encoding the P2Sconta ining South Africa B.1.351 variant –specific
mutations, hereafter referred to as BNT162b2 SA, as a representative variant of concern
(VOC) .
The vaccine candidate selected for Phase 2/3 evaluation is BNT162b 2.
In light of the unknowns regarding duration of protection, as well as the emerging VOCs, it is
important to understand the boostability of BNT162, and potential heterologous protection
against emerging VOC(s). A first step to address this will be to study an additional dose of
BNT162b2 at 30 µg given to Phase 1 participants approximately 6to 12 months after their
second dose of BNT162 b1 or BNT162b2. This will provide an early assessment of the safet y
of a third dose of BNT162, as well as its immunogenici ty.The assessment of boostability
will be further expanded in a subset of Phase 3 participants who will receive a third dose of
BNT162b2 or a third and potentially a fourth dose of prototy pe BNT162b2 VOC(based upon
the South African variant and hereafter referred to as BNT162b2 SA).
To further describe potential homologous and heterologous protection against emerging
SARS -CoV -2 VOCs, a new cohort of participants will be enrolled who are COVID-19
vaccine –naïve ( ie, BNT162b2 -naïve) and have not experienced C OVID-19. They will
receive BNT162b2 SAgiven as a 2- dose series, separated by 21 day s.
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Prior to this study , given clinical data from other similarly formulated uRNA liposomal
vaccines from BioNTech in oncology trials7and recent published results from clinical trials
using modRNA influenza vaccines by Moderna ,8the BNT162 vaccines we re expected to
have a favorable safet y profile with mild, localized ,and transient effects. BNT162 vaccines
based on modRNA have now been administered to huma ns for the first time in this study and
the BNT162 -01study conducted in German y by BioNTech, at doses between 1 µg and
100µg. The currently availa blesafety and immunogenicity data are presented in the
BNT162 IB.
2.3.Benefit/Risk Assessment
There is an ongoing global pandemic of COVID -19 with no preventative or therapeutic
options available. While there were no data available from clinical trials on the use of
BNT162 vaccines in humans at the outset of this study , available nonclinical data with these
vaccines, and data from nonclinical studies and clinical trials with the same or related RNA
components, or antigens, support eda favorable risk /benefit profile. Anticipated AEs after
vaccination were expected to be manageable using routine symptom -driven standard of care
as determined b y the investigators and,as a result, the profile of these vaccine candidate s
support edinitiation of this Phase 1/2 /3clinical study .
Updates as part of protocol amendment 6:
In order for the overall Phase 3 study populati on to be as representative and diverse as
possible , the inclusion of participants with known chronic stable HIV, HCV, or HBV
infection is permitted. Individuals with chronic viral diseases are at increased risk for
COVID -19 complications and severe diseas e. In addition, with the currently available
therapies for the irtreatment, many individuals with chronic stable HIV, HCV, and HBV
infections are unlikel y to be at higher safet y risk as a participant in this vaccine study
than individuals with other chronic stable medical conditions.
All participants with chronic stable HIV disease will be included in the reactogenicit y
subset (see Section 8.2.2).
Updates as part of protocol amendment 7:
The minimum age for inclusion in Phase 3 is lowered to 12 y ears, therefore allowing the
inclusion of participants 12 to 15 years of age.
For individuals 12 to 15 years of age, the immune responses in this age group may be
higher and reactogenicity is expected to be similar to y ounger adults 18 t o 25 y ears of
age. Inclusion of individuals 12 to 15 y ears of age was based upon a satisfactory blinded
safet y profile in participants 18 to 25 years of age .
All participants 12 to 15 years of age will be included in the reactogenicit y subset (see
Section 8.2.2 ).
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expected AEs of BNT162 RNA -based COVID -19 vaccine smay be found in the IB, which is
the SRSD for t his study .
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Potential Risk of Clinical
SignificanceSummary of Data/Rationale for Risk Mitigation Strategy
Study Intervention : BNT162 RNA -Based COVID -19 Vaccine
Potential for local reactions (injection
site redness, injection site swelling,
and injection site pain) and systemic
events (fever, fatigue, headache,
chills, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle
pain, and joint pain) following
vaccination.These are c ommo n adverse reactions seen
with other vaccines, as noted in the FD A
Center for Biologics Evaluation and
Research (CBER) guidelines on toxicity
grading scales for healthy adult volunteers
enrolled in preventive vaccine clinical
trials.9The Phase 1 study design includes the use of controlled vaccination and
dose escalatio n to closely monitor and limit the rate of enrollment to ensure
participant safety. The study employs the u se of a reactogenicity e-diary to
monitor local reactions and systemic events in real time. Stopping rules are
also in place. The first 5 participant s in each group in Phase 1 will be
observed for 4 hours after vaccination to assess any immediate AEs. All
other participants will be observed for at least 30 minutes after vaccination.
Unknown AEs and laboratory
abnormalities with a novel vaccine.This study is one of the first 2
parallel -running clinical studies with the
BNT162 vaccine candidates and as such
there areno clinical data available for t his
vaccine.The Phase 1 study design includes the use of controlled vaccination and
dose escalation to c losely monitor and limit the rate of enrollment to ensure
participant safety. An IRC (in Phase 1) and DMC (throughout the study)
will also review safety data. Stopping rules are also in place. The first 5
participants in each group in Phase 1 will be obser ved for 4 hours after
vaccination to assess any immediate AEs. All other participants will be
observed for at least 30 minutes after vaccination.
Potential for COVID -19
enhancement.Disease enhancement has been seen
following vaccination with respiratory
syncytial virus (RSV ),feline coronavirus ,
and Dengue virus vaccines .Phase 1 excludesparticipant s with likely previous or current COVID -19.In
Phase 2/ 3, temporary delay criteria defer vaccination of participants with
symptoms of potential COVID -19.All participants are follow ed for any
potential COVID -19 illness ,including markers of severity , and have blood
samples taken for potential measurement of SARS -CoV -2 antigen -specific
antibody and SARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers .
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Study Procedures
Participant s will be required to attend
healthcare facilities during the g lobal
SARS -CoV-2 pandemic.Without appropriate social distancing and
PPE, there is a potential for increased
exposure to SARS -CoV -2.Pfizer w ill work with sites to ensure an appropriate COVID -19 prevention
strategy. Potential COVID -19 illness visits can be conducted via t elehealth ,
without the need for an in -person visit, if required, w ith the participant
performing a self -swab.
Venipuncture will be performed
during the study .There is the risk of bleeding, bruising,
hematoma formation, and infection at the
venipuncture site.Only appropriately qualified personnel would obtain the blood draw .
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Benefit s to individual participants may include:
Receipt of an efficacious COVID- 19 vaccine during a global pandemic
Access to COVID -19 diagnostic testing
Contributing to research to help others in a time of global pandemic
2.3.3. Overall Benefit /Risk Conclusion
Taking into account the measures taken t o minimize risk to participants participating in this
study , the potential risks identified in association with BNT162 RNA -based COVID -19
vaccine are justified b y the anticipated benefits that may be afforded to healthy participants.
3.OBJECTIVES , ESTIMANDS ,AND ENDPOINTS
3.1.For Phase 1
Objectives Estimands Endpoints
Primary: Primary: Primary:
To describe the safety and tolerability
profiles of prophylactic BNT162
vaccines in healthy adults after 1or 2
dosesIn participants receiving at least 1 dose
of study intervention , the percentage of
participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
following each dose
Systemic events for up to 7 days
following each dose
Adverse events (AE s) from
Dose 1 to1 month after the last
dose
Serious AEs (SAE s) from Dose 1
to 6 months after the last dose Local reactions (pain at the
injection site , redness , and
swelling )
Systemic events (fever, fatigue,
headache, chills, vomiting,
diarrhea, new or worsened muscle
pain, and new or worsened joint
pain)
AEs
SAEs
In addition, the percentage of
participants with:
Abnormal hematology and
chemistry laboratory values 1 and
7 days after Dose 1; and 7 days
after Dose 2
Grading shifts in hematology and
chemistry laboratory assessments
between baseline and 1 and 7 days
after Dose 1; and before Dose 2
and 7 days after Dose 2Hematology and chemistry laboratory
parameters detailed in Section 10.2
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Secondary: Secondary: Secondary:
To describe the immune responses
elicited by prophylactic BNT162
vaccines in healthy adults after 1or 2
dosesIn participants complying with the key
protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) at the following time
points after receipt of study
intervention :7 and 21 days after Dose
1; 7and 14 days and1, 6, 12 ,and 24
months after Dose 2
Geometric mean titers (GMTs) at
each time point
Geometric mean fold rise (GMFR)
from before vaccination to each
subsequent time point after
vaccination
Proportion of participants
achieving ≥4-fold rise from before
vaccination to each subsequent
time point after vaccinationSARS -CoV -2neutralizing titers
Geometric mean concentrations
(GMCs) at each time point
GMFR from prior to first dose of
study intervention to each
subsequent time point
Proportion of participants
achieving ≥4-fold rise from before
vaccination to each subsequent
time point after vaccinationS1-binding IgGlevels and RBD -
binding IgG levels
Geometric mean ratio (GMR) ,
estimated by the ratio of the
geometric mean of SARS -CoV -2
neutralizing titers to the geometric
mean of binding IgGlevels at each
time point SARS -CoV -2neutralizing titers
S1-binding IgGlevels
RBD -binding IgGlevels
Exploratory : Exploratory : Exploratory :
To describe the immune responses
elicited by a third dose of prophylactic
BNT162 b2administered to healthy
adults 6 to 12 months after the second
dose of either BNT162 b1 or
BNT162 b2 GMC/ GMT and GMFR at the
time of Dose 3and7days and 1
month after Dose 3. SARS -CoV -2 reference -strain
neutralizing titers
SARS -CoV -2 SA-variant
neutralizing titers
Full-length S -binding or
S1-binding IgGlevels
GMR of SARS-CoV -2reference -
strain neutralizing titers 1 month
after Dose 3 to 1 month after
Dose 2 SARS -CoV -2 reference -strain
neutralizing titers
GMR of SARS-CoV -2SA-variant
neutralizing titers 1 month after
Dose 3 to SARS -CoV -2reference -
strain neutralizing titers 1 month
after Dose 2 SARS -CoV -2 reference -strain
neutralizing titers
SARS -CoV -2 SA-variant
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To de scribe the safety profile of a third
dose of prophylactic BNT162 b2
administered to healthy adults 6 to 12
months after the second dose of either
BNT162 b1 or BNT162 b2In participants receiving a third dose of
BNT162b2 , the percentage of
participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
after Dose 3
Systemic events for up to 7 days
after Dose 3
AEs and SAEs from Dose 3to
1month after Dose 3 Local reactions (pain at the
injection site, redness, and
swelling)
Systemic events (fever, fatigue,
headache, chills, vomiting,
diarrhea, new or worsened muscle
pain, and new or worsened joint
pain)
AEs
SAEs
3.2.For Phase 2/3
ObjectivesaEstimands Endpoints
Prim ary Efficacy
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed COVID -19 occurring from
7 days after the second dose in
participants without evidence of
infection before vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) at least 7 days after
receipt of the second dose of study
intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT in participants with
no serological or virological evidence
(up to 7days after recei pt of the
second dose) of past SARS -CoV -2
infection
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2 against
confirmed COVID -19occurring from
7 days after the second dose in
participants with and without
evidence of infection before
vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) at least 7 days after
receipt of the second dose of study
intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follo w-up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT
Prim ary Safety
To define the safety profile of
prophylactic BNT162b 2in the first
360 participants randomized (Phase 2)In participants receiving at least 1
dose of study intervention, the
percentage of participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
following each dose
Systemic events for up to 7 days
following each dose
AEs from Dose 1 to 7 days after
the second dose
SAEs from Dose 1 to 7 days
after the second dose Local reactions (pain at the
injection site, redness, and
swelling)
Systemic events (fever, fatigue,
headache, chills, vomiting,
diarrhea, new or worsened
muscle pain, and new or
worsened joint pain)
AEs
SAEs
To define the safety profile of
prophylactic BNT162b 2in all
participants randomized in Phase 2/ 3In participants receiving at least
1 dose of study intervention, the
percentage of participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
following each dose
Systemic events for up to 7 days
following each dose
AEs fr om Dose 1 to 1 month
after the second dose
SAEs from Dose 1 to 6 months
after the second dose AEs
SAEs
In a subset of at least 6000
participants:
o Local reactions (pain at the
injection site, redness, and
swelling)
o Systemic events (fever,
fatigue, headache, chills,
vomiting, diarrhea, new or
worsened muscle pain, and
new or worsened joint pain)
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To define the safety profile of
prophylactic BNT162 b2in
participants 12 to 15 years of age in
Phase 3In participants receiving at least
1dose of study intervention, the
percentage of participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
following each dose
Systemic events for up to 7 days
following each dose
AEs from Dose 1 to 1 month
after the second dose
SAEs from Dose 1 to 6
months after the second dose Local reactions (pain at the
injection site, redness, and
swelling)
Systemic events (fever, fatigue,
headache, chills, vomiting,
diarrhea, new or worsened
muscle pain, and new or
worsened joint pain)
AEs
SAEs
To describe the safety and tolerability
profile of BNT162 b2SAgiven as 1 or
2 doses to BNT162b2 -experienced
participants , or as 2 doses to
BNT162b2 -naïve participants
To describe the safety and tolerability
profile of BNT162 b2given as a third
dose to BNT162b2-experienced
participantsIn participants receiving at least
1dose of study intervention , the
percentage of participants reporting:
Local reactions for up to 7 days
following each dose
Systemic events for up to 7 days
following each dose
AEs from Dose 1 to 1 month after
the last dose
SAEs from Dose 1 to 5 or 6
months after the last doseLocal reactions (pain at the
injection site , redness , and
swelling )
Systemic events (fever, fatigue,
headache, chills, vomiting,
diarrhea, new or worsened muscle
pain, and new or worsened joint
pain)
AEs
SAEs
Prim ary Immunogenicity
BNT162b2 -experienced participants
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the anti –reference strain immune
response after a third dose of
BNT162b2 compared to after 2 doses
of BNT162b2, in the same individualsGMR of reference strain NT 1 month
after the third dose of BNT162b2 to
1month after the second dose of
BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
reference strain at 1 month after the
third dose of BNT162b2 and 1 month
after the second dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 reference strain NTs in
participants with no serological or
virological evidence (up to 1 month
after receipt of thethird dose of
BNT162b2 ) of past SARS -CoV -2
infection
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the anti -SA immune response after
1dose of BNT162b2 SAcompared to
the anti –reference strain immune
response after 2 doses of BNT162b2,
in the same individualsGMR of SA NT 1month after 1 dose
of BNT162b2 SAto the reference strain
NT 1 month after the second dose of
BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
SAstrain at 1 month after 1 dose of
BNT162b2 SAand seroresponse to the
reference strain at 1 month after the
second dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SA and reference strain
NTs in participants with no
serological or virological evidence (up
to 1 month after receipt of 1dose of
BNT162b2 SA) of past SARS -CoV -2
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BNT162b2 -naïve participants
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the anti-SA immune response after 2
doses of BNT162b2 SAcompared to
the anti –reference strain immune
response after 2 doses of BNT162b2 GMR of SA NT 1month after the
second dose of BNT162b2 SAto the
reference strain NT 1 month after the
second dose of BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
SAstrain at 1 month after the second
dose of BNT162b2 SAand
seroresponse to thereference strain at
1 month after the second dose of
BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SA and reference strain
NTs in participants with no
serological or virological evidence (up
to 1 month after receipt of the second
dose of BNT162b2 SAor BNT162b2 as
appropriate ) of past SARS -CoV -2
infection
Secondary Efficacy
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed COVID -19 occurring from
14 days after the second dose in
participants without evidence of
infection before vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) at least 14days after
receipt of the second dose of study
intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT in participants with
no serological or virological evidence
(up to 14days after receipt of the
second dose) of past SARS -CoV -2
infection
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162 b2against
confirmed COVID -19 occurring from
14 days after the second dose in
participants with and without
evidence of infection before
vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) at least 14days after
receipt of the second dose of study
intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT
To evaluate the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162b 2against
confirmed severe COVID -19
occurring from 7 days and from 14
days after the second dose in
participants without evidence of
infection before vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants)
at least 7 days
and
at least 14 days
after receipt of the second dose of
study intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]Confirmed severe COVID -19
incidence per 1000 person -years of
follow -up in participants with no
serological or virological evidence (up
to 7 days and up to 14 days after
receipt of the second dose) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
To evaluate the effi cacyof
prophylactic BNT162b 2against
confirmed severe COVID -19
occurring from 7 days and from 14
days after the second dose in
participants with and without
evidence of infection before
vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants)
at least 7 days
and
at least 14 days
after receipt of the second dose of
study intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]Confirmed s evere COVID -19
incidence per 1000 person -years of
follow -up
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To describe the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162b 2against
confirmed COVID -19 (according to
the CDC -defined symptoms)
occurring from 7 days and from 14
days after the second dose in
participants without evidence of
infection before vaccinationIn participants complyin g with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants)
at least 7 days
and
at least 14 days
after receipt of the second dose of
study intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT in participants with
no serological or virological evidence
(up to 7 days and up to 14 days after
receipt of the second dose) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
To describe the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162b 2against
confirmed COVID -19 (according to
the CDC -defined symptoms)
occurring from 7 days and from 14
days after the second dose in
participants with and without
evidence of infection before
vaccinationIn participants complying wi th the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants)
at least 7 days
and
at least 14 days
after receipt of the second dose of
study intervention:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT
To evaluate the efficacy of
prophylactic BNT162b2 against
non-S seroconversion to
SARS -CoV -2 in participants without
evidence of infection or confirmed
COVID -19 In participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants):
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]Incidence of asymptomatic
SARS -CoV -2 infection per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
N-binding antibody seroconversion in
participants with no serologica l or
virological evidence of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection or confirmed
COVID -19
To evaluate the efficacy of
prophylactic BNT162b 2against
asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 infection
in participants without evidence of
infection up to the start of the
asymptomatic sur veillance periodIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants):
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]Incidence of asymptomatic
SARS -CoV -2 infection per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory –confirmed NAAT
in participants with no serological or
virological evidence (up to the start of
the asymptomatic surveillance period )
of past SARS -CoV -2 infection
Secondary Immunogenicity
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the immune response to prophylactic
BNT162b2 in participants 12 to 15
years of age compared to participants
16 to 25 years of ageGMR, estimated by the ratio of the
geometric mean of SARS -CoV -2
neutralizing titers in the 2 age groups
(12-15 years of age to 16 -25 years of
age) 1 month after completion of
vaccinationSARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers in
participants with no serological or
virological evidence (up to 1 month
after receipt of the second dose) of
past SARS -
CoV -2 infection
BNT162b2 -experienced participants
Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the anti-SA immune response after a
third dose of BNT162b2 compared to
the anti –reference strain immune
response after 2 doses of BNT162b2,
in the same individuals GMR of SA NT 1month after the
third dose of BNT162b2 to the
reference strain NT 1 month after the
second dose of BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
SAstrain at 1 month after the third
dose of BNT162b2 and seroresponse
to the reference strain at 1 month after
the second dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SA and reference strain
NTs in participants with no
serological or virological evidence (up
to 1 month after receipt of the third
dose of BNT162b2 ) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
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Todemonstrate the noninferiority of
the an ti–reference strain immune
response after 1 dose of BNT162b2 SA
compared to after 2 doses of
BNT162b2, in the same individuals GMR of reference strain NT 1 month
after 1 dose of BNT162b2 SAto
1month after the second dose of
BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
reference strain at 1 month after 1
dose of BNT162b2 SAand 1 month
after the second dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 reference strain NTs in
participants with no serological or
virological e vidence (up to 1 month
after receipt of 1 dose of
BNT162b2 SA) of past SARS -CoV -2
infection
To descriptively compare the anti-SA
immune response after 1 dose of
BNT162b2 SAanda third dose of
BNT162b2GMR of SANT 1 month after 1 dose
of BNT162b2 SAto1month after the
third dose of BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
SA strain at 1 month after 1 dose of
BNT162b2 SAand 1 month after the
third dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SA NT in participants
with no serological or virological
evidence (up to 1 month after receipt
of 1dose of BNT162b2 SAor the third
dose of BNT162b2 ) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
Todescriptively compare the anti-SA
immune response after 2 doses of
BNT162b2 SAand the anti –reference
strain immune response after 2 doses
of BNT162b2, in the same individuals GMR of SA NT 1month after the
second dose of BNT162b2 SAto the
reference strain NT 1 month after the
second dose of BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
SA strain at 1 month after the second
dose of BNT162b2 SAand
seroresponse to the reference strain at
1 month after the second dose of
BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SA and reference strain
NTs in participants with no
serological or virological evidence (up
to 1 month after receipt of the second
dose of BNT162b2 SA) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
BNT162b2 -naïve participants
Todemonstrate a statistically greater
anti-SA immune response after 2
doses of BNT162b2 SAcompared to
after 2 doses of BNT162b2 GMR of SA NT 1month after the
second dose of BNT162b2 SAto
1month after the second dose of
BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to the
SA strain at 1 month after the second
dose of BNT162b2 SAand 1 month
after the second dose of BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 SANTs in participants
with no serological or virological
evidence (up to 1 month after receipt
of the second dose of BNT162b2 SAor
BNT162b2 as appropriate) of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection
Todescript ively compare the anti –
reference strain immune response
after 2 doses of BNT162b2 SAand
after 2 doses of BNT162b2 GMR of reference strain NT 1 month
after the second dose of BNT162b2 SA
to 1month after the second dose of
BNT162b2
The difference in percentages of
participants with seroresponse to
refere nce strain at 1 month after the
second dose of BNT162b2 SAand 1
month after the second dose of
BNT162b2SARS -CoV -2 reference strain NTs in
participants with no serological or
virological evidence (up t o 1 month
after receipt of the second doseof
BNT162b2 SAor BNT162b2 as
appropriate ) of past SARS -CoV -2
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Exploratory
To describe the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162b 2against
confirmed COVID -19 occurring from
7 days after the second dose through
the blinded follow -up period in
participants without, and with and
without ,evidence of infection before
vaccinationIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants) after receipt of the
second dose of study interve ntion:
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of active
vaccine to placebo]COVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -years of blinded follow -up
based on central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT
To describe the incidence of
confirmed COVID -19 through the
entire study follow -up period in
participants who received BNT162b2
at initial randomization or
subsequentlyIn participants who received
BNT162b2 (at initial randomization
or subsequently):
Incidence per 1000 person-ye ars of
follow -upCOVID -19 incidence per 1000
person -year s of follow -up based on
central laboratory or locally
confirmed NAAT
To evaluate the immune response
over time to prophylactic BNT162b2
and persistence of immune response
in participants with and without
serological or virological evidence of
SARS -CoV -2infection before
vaccinationGMC/ GMT andGMFR at baseline
and 1, 6, 12, and 24 months after
completion of vaccination Full-length S -binding or
S1-binding IgGlevels
SARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers
To describe the incidence of non-S
seroconversion to SARS -CoV -2
through the entire study follow-up
period in participants who received
BNT162b2 at initial randomization In participants who received
BNT162b2 at initial randomization:
Incidence per 1000 person-ye ars of
follow -upIncidence of asymptomatic
SARS -CoV -2 infection per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
N-binding antibody seroconversion in
participants with no serological or
virological evidence of past
SARS -CoV -2 infection or confirmed
COVID -19
To describe the efficac yof
prophylactic BNT162b 2against
asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 infection
in participants with evidence of
infection up to the start of the
asymptomatic surveillance periodIn participants complying with the
key protocol criteria (evaluable
participants):
100 × (1 –IRR) [ratio of acti ve
vaccine to placebo]Incidence of asymptomatic
SARS -CoV -2 infection per 1000
person -years of follow -up based on
central laboratory –confirmed NAAT
in participants with serological or
virological evidence (up to the start of
the asymptomatic surveillance p eriod)
of past SARS -CoV -2 infection
To describe the serological responses
to the BNT vaccine candidate and
characterize the SARS -CoV -2 isolate
in cases of :
Confirmed COVID-19
Confirmed severe COVID -19
SARS -CoV -2 infection without
confirmed COVID -19 Full-length S -binding or
S1-binding IgGlevels
SARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers
Identification of SARS -CoV -2
variant(s)
To describe the safety,
immunogenicity ,and efficacy of
prophylactic BNT162b2 in
individuals with confirmed stable HIV
disease All safety, immunogenicity, and
efficacy endpoints described
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To describe the safety and
immunogenicity of prophylactic
BNT162b2 in individuals 16 to 55
years of age vaccinated with study
intervention produced by
manufacturing “Process 1” or
“Process 2”b AEs
SAEs
SARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers
To describe the immune response to
any VOCs not already specifiedGeometric mean NT for any VOC snot
already specified, after any dose of
BNT162b2 SAor BNT162b2 SARS -CoV -2NTs for any VOCs
not already specified
To describe the cell-mediated immune
response , and additional humoral
immune response parameters, to the
reference strain and SA in a subset of
participants:
7 Daysand1and 6month safter
BNT162 b2SAgiven as 1 or 2
doses to BNT162b2 -experienced
participants
7 Daysand 1 and 6month safter
BNT162 b2SAgiven as 2 doses to
BNT162b2 -naïve participants
7 Daysand1and 6month safter
BNT162b2 given as a third dose
to BNT162b2 -experienced
participants
a.HIV-positive participants in Phase 3 will not be included in analyses of the objectives, with the
exception of the specific exploratory objective.
b.SeeSection 6.1.1 for description of the manufacturing process .
Up until the final efficacy anal ysis, this protocol will use a group of internal case reviewers
to determine whether certain investigator -reported events meet the definition of
disease -related efficacy endpoints, using predefined endpoint criteria.
For those AEs that are handled as disease -related efficacy endpoints (which may include
death), a DMC will conduct unblinded reviews on a regula r basis throughout the trial
(seeSection 9.6).
Any AE that is determined by the internal case reviewers NOT to meet endpoint criteria is
reported back to the investigator site of incidence. Refer to Section 8.3.1.1 for instructions
on how to report an y such AE that meets the criteria for seriousness to Pfizer Safet y.
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4.1.Overall Design
This is a multicenter, multinational, Phase 1/2/3 , randomized, placebo -controlled,
observer -blind, dose -finding, vaccine candidate– selection , and efficacy study in healthy
indiv idual s.
The study consists of 2 parts. Phase 1: to identify preferred vaccine candidate(s) and dose
level(s); Phase 2/3: an expanded cohort and efficacy part. These parts, and the progression
between them, are detailed in the schema ( Section 1.2).
The study will evaluate the safet y, tolerability ,andimmunogenicit y of 3 different
SARS -CoV-2 R NAvaccine candidate s against C OVID -19and the efficacy of 1 candidate :
As a 2 -dose (separated by 21 day s) schedule ;
At various different dose levels in Phase 1;
As a booster;
In 3 age groups ( Phase 1: 18 to 55 y ears of age, 65 to 85 y ears of age ; Phase 2/3: ≥12
yearsof age [stratified as 12-15, 16 -55,or >55 years of age] ).
Dependent upon safet y and/or immunogenicit y data generated during the course of this
study , or the BioNTech study conducted in Germany (BNT162 -01), it is possible that groups
in Phase 1 may be sta rted at the next highest dose, g roups may not be started, groups may be
terminated early , and /orgroups may be added with dose levels below the lowest stated dose
or intermediate between the lowest and highest stated doses.
The study is observer -blinded, a s the ph ysical appearance of the investigational vaccine
candidates and the placebo may differ. The participant, investigator, study coordinator, and
other site staff will be blinded. At the study site, only the dispenser(s)/administrator(s) are
unblinded.
To facilitate rapid review of data in real time, sponsor staff will be unblinded to vaccine
allocation for the participants in Phase 1.
In order to describe the boostability of BNT162, an additional dose of BNT162b2 at 30 µg
will be given to Pha se 1 participants approximately 6to 12 months after their second dose of
BNT162 b1 or BNT162b2. This will provide an early assessment of the safety of a third dose
of BNT162, as well as its immunogenicit y.The assessment of boostability will be further
expanded in a subset of Phase 3 participants who will receive a third dose of BNT162b2 or a
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Page 73third and potentially a fourth dose of protot ype BNT162b2 VOC(based upon the South African
variant and hereafter referred to as BNT162b2 SA).
To further describe pote ntial homologous and heterologous protection against emerging
SARS -CoV -2 VOCs, a new cohort of participants will be enrolled who are COVID-19
vaccine -naïve ( ie, BNT162b2 -naïve) and have not experienced COVID-19. They will
receive BNT162b 2SAgiven as a 2-dose series, separated by 21 day s.
4.1.1. Phase 1
Each group (vaccine candidate/dose level/ age group ) will comprise 15 participant s;
12participants will be randomized to receive active vaccine and 3 to receive placebo.
For each vaccine candidate/ dose level /age group , the following apply :
Additional safet y assessments (see Section 8.2)
Controlled enrollment (required only for the first candidate and/or dose level studied) :
No more than 5 participants (4 active, 1 placebo) can be vaccinated on the first day
Thefirst 5 participants must be observed by blinded site staff for at least 4 hours after
vaccination for any acute reactions
Vaccination of the remaining participants will commence no sooner than 24hours
after the fifth participant received his or her vaccination
Application of stopping rules
IRC review of safet y data to determine escalation to the next dose level in the 18 -to
55-year age cohort :
Escalation between dose levels will be based on IRC review of at least 7 -day
post–Dose 1 safet y data in this study and/or the BioNTech stud y conducted in
German y (BNT162 -01)
Note that, since both candidates arebased upon the same RNA platform, dose
escalation for the second candidate studied may be based upon the safet y profile of
the first candidate studied being deeme d acceptable at the same , or a higher, dose
level by the IRC
Groups of participants 65 to 85 y ears of age will not be started until safet y data for the RNA
platform have been deemed acceptable at the same, or a higher, dose level in the 18 -to
55-year age cohort by the I RC.
In this phase , 13groups will be studied, corresponding to a total of 195participants.
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group based on induction of a post–Dose 2 immune response, including neutralizing
antibodies, which is expected to be associated with protection against COVID -19, for
progress ion into Phase 2/ 3.
Participants who originally received placebo and become eligible for receipt of BNT162b2 or
another CO VID-19 vaccine according to recommendations detailed separately , and available
in the electronic stud y reference portal ,will have the opportunity to receive BNT162b2 in a
phased manner as part of the study . The investigator will ensure the participant me ets at least
1of the recommendation criteria.
Any Phase 1placebo recipient who has not already been offered the opportunity to receive
BNT162b2 will be given this opportunity no later than at the approximate time participants in
Phase 2/3 reach Visit 4.
Any participant who originally received placebo but then goes on to receive BNT162b2 will
move to a new visit schedule ( Section 1.3.3 ).
In order to describe the boostability of BNT162, and potential heterologous protection
against emerging SARS -CoV -2 VOC s, an additional dose of BNT162b2 at 30 µg will be
given to Phase 1 p articipants approximately 6to 12 months after their second dose of
BNT162 b1 or BNT162b2.
Phase 1 participants who originally received BNT162b1 or BNT162b2 at dose levels of 10,
20, or 30 µg at Doses 1 and 2 will be offered an additional dose of BNT162b2 a t 30 µg
approximately 6to 12 months after their second dose of BNT162.
Participants are expected to participate for up to a maximum of approximately 26 months.
4.1.2. Phase 2/ 3
On the basis of safet y and/or immunogenicit y data generated during the course of this study,
and/or the BioNTech study conducted in Germany (BNT162 -01), 1 vaccine candidate was
selected to proceed into Phase 2/ 3. Participants in this phase will be ≥12 years of age,
stratified as follows : 12 to 15 y ears, 16to 55 years,or >55 years. The 12- to 15 -year stratum
will comprise up to approximately 2000 participants enrolled at selected investigational sites.
It is intended that a minimum of 40% of participants will be in the >55-year stratum.
Commencement of each age strat um w ill be based upon satisfactory post–Dose 2 safety and
immunogenicit y data from the 18 -to 55 -year and 65 -to 85 -yearagegroups in Phase 1,
respectivel y. The vaccine candidate selected for Phase 2/3 evaluation is BNT162b 2at a dose
of 30µg.
Phase 2/ 3 is event -driven. Under the assumption of a true VE rate of ≥60%, after the second
dose of investigational product, a target of 164primary -endpoint cases of confirmed
COVID -19 due to SARS -CoV -2 occurring at least 7days following the second dose of the
primary series of the candidate vaccine will be sufficient to provide 90% power to conclude
true VE >30% with high probability .The total number of participants enrolled in Phase 2/ 3
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underly ing VE, and a potential earl y stop for efficacy or futility .
Assuming a COVID -19 attack rate of 1. 3%per y earin the placebo group , accrual of 164 first
primary -endpoint cases within 6 months, an estimated 20% nonevaluable rate ,and 1:1
randomization, the BNT162b2 vaccine candidate selected for Phase 2/ 3 is expected to
comprise approximately 21,999 vaccine recipients .This is t he number of participants
initially targeted for Phase 2/ 3 and may be adjusted based on advice from DMC analy ses of
case accumulation and the percentage of participants who are seropositive at baseline.
Dependent upon the evolution of the pandemic, it is possible that the COVID -19 attack rate
may be much higher, in which case accrual would be expected to be more rapid, enabling the
study ’s primary endpoint to be evaluated much sooner.
The first 360 participants enrolled (180 to active vaccine and 180 to placebo , stratified
equally between 18 to 55 years and >55to 85 y ears) will comprise the “Phase 2 ”portion.
Safety data through 7 day s after D ose 2 and immunogenicity data through 1 month after
Dose 2 from these 360 participants will be anal yzed by the unblinded statistical team,
reviewed b y the DMC, and submitted to appropriate regulatory authorities for review.
Enrol lment may continue during this period and these participants would be included in the
efficacy evaluation in the “Phase 3” portion of the study .
In Phase 3, up to approximately 2000 participants , enrolled at selected sites, are anticipated
to be 12 to 15 y ears of age. Noninferiority of immune response to proph ylactic BNT162b2
in participants 12to 15 years of age to response inparticipants 16 to 25years of ag e will be
assessed based on the GM Rof SARS -CoV -2 neutralizing titers using a 1.5 -fold margin. A
sample size of 225 evaluable participants (or 280vaccine recipients) per age group will
provide a power of 90.4 % to declare the noninferiority in terms of GM R(lower limit of 95%
CIforGMR>0.67) . A random sample of 280 participant s from each of the 2age group s
(12to 15 y ears and 16 to 25 y ears) will be selected as an immunogenicity subset for the
noninferiority assessment.
The initial BNT162b2 was manufac tured using “Process 1”; however, “Process 2” was
developed to support an increased scale of manufacture. In the stud y, each lot of
“Process 2”-manufactured BNT162b2 will be administered to approximately 250participants
16 to 55 y ears of age . The safet y and immunogenicity of prophy lactic BNT162b2 in
individuals 16 to 55 y ears of age vaccinated with “Process 1” and each lot of “Process 2”
study intervention will be described. A random sample of 250 participants from those
vaccinated with study intervention produced by manufacturing “Process 1” will be selected
for this descriptive analysis .
For evaluation of boostability and protection against emerging VOCs, 600 existing Phase 3
participants 18 to 55 y ears of age will be rerandomized in a 1:1 ra tio to receive either a third
dose of BNT162b2 or a third dose of BNT162b2 SA.
An additional group of 30existing Phase 3 participants 18 to 55 y ears of age will be enrolled
to receive a third and fourth dose of BNT162b2 SA. For these 30 participants, throug h 1 month
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but the investigator and Sponsor will not be. Serum samples from these participants may be
used for assay development purposes and, except for objectives relating to response to a
fourth dose, their results will be anal yzed separately from the main immunogenicity anal yses.
Three hundred participants 18 to 55 y ears of age who are COVID -19 vaccine –naïve ( ie,
BNT162b2 -naïve) and have not experienced COVID-19 will be enrolled as a new cohort of
participants toreceive BNT162b2 SAgiven as a 2 -dose series .
Participants are expected to participate for up to a maximum of approximately 26 months.
The duration of stud y follow -up may be shorter among participants enrolled in Phase 1
dosing arms that are not evaluated in Phase 2/ 3.
Participants ≥16 y ears of age who originall y received placebo and become eligible for receipt
of BNT162b2 according to recommendations detailed separa tely, and available in the
electronic stud y reference portal ,will have the opportunity to receive BNT162b2 in a phased
manner as part of the study . The investigator will ensure the participant meets at least 1of
the recommendation criteria.
Any Phase 2/3 placebo recipient ≥16 y ears of age who has not alread y been offered the
opportunity to receive BNT162b2 will be given this opportunity no later than 6 months after
Vaccination 2 (at the time of the originall y planned Visit 4).
Any participant who originally received placebo but then goes on to receive BNT162b2 will
move to a new visit schedule ( Section 1.3.3 ).
Thechanges to the protocol as part of protocol a mendment 14 to assess boostability and
homologous/heterologous protection against emerging VOCs allow the evaluation of safet y
and immunogenicit y of BNT162b2 SA:
When given as a third dose to C4591001 Phase 3 pa rticipants who received a second dose
of BNT162b2 approximately 6 months previousl y (ie, BNT162b2- experienced) and have
not experienced COVID -19.
In a small separate group of individuals who previously received 2 doses of BNT162b2
followed b y 1 dose of BN T162b2 SA, a second BNT162b2 SAdose will also be given 1
month after Dose 1 of BNT162b2 SA.
When given as a 2 -dose series, separated b y 21 days, in newl y recruited participants who
are COVID -19 vaccine– naïve ( ie, BNT162b2 -naïve) and have not experienced
COVID -19.
In addition, a group of C4591001 Phase 3 participants who received a second dose of
BNT162b2 approximately 6 months previousl y will receive a third dose of BNT162b2.
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SARS -CoV -2strain (Wuhan -Hu-1/USA -WA1) and the selected South African VOC, using a
noninferiority approach based on neutralizing antibody titers in prior BNT162b2 vaccinees
who receive either a homologous boost (with BNT162b2) or a heterologous bo ost (with
BNT162b2 SA), as well as new vaccinees receiving 2 doses of BNT162b2 SA.
An intensive period of surveillance to evaluate the efficacy of BNT162b2 against
asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 infection may be conducted at selected sites among Phase 2/3
participa nts following approval of protocol amendment 11. After an initial in -person visit
where a blood sample will be collected and a nasal (midturbinate) swab obtained, n asal
(midturbinate) swab s will be obtained from consented participants every 2 weeks until
Visit 4, or a sufficient number of cases of SARS -CoV -2 infection have accrued to evaluate
this objective, whichever is sooner, per the SoA in Section 1.3.6 . The swabs will be tested at
a central laboratory using NAAT to detect SARS -CoV -2.Participants who are unblinded
because they becom epotentially eligible for receipt of BNT162b2 according to
recommendations detailed separately , and available in the electronic study reference portal,
will not participate in surveillance for as ymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 infection. However,
participants who provided additional consent to conduct biweekl y swabbing for surveillance
of as ymptomatic infection should continue to swab even after unblinding if they originall y
received BNT162b2 .
Surveillance for asymptomatic SARS -CoV -2 infection (swabbing) should cease in
participants enrolled into the subset of participa nts who will receive an additional d ose of
BNT162b2 or BNT162b2 SA.
4.2.Scientific Rationale for Study Design
Additional surveillance for COVID -19 will be conducted as part of the study , given the
potential risk of disease enhancement. If a participant experiences s ymptoms, as detailed in
Section 8.13,a COVID -19 illness and subsequent convalescent visit will occur. As part of
these visits ,samples ( nasal [midturbinate ]swab and blood) will be taken for antigen and
antibody assessment as well as recording of COVID -19–related clinical and laboratory
information (including local diagnosis).
Human reproductive safety data are not available for BNT162 RNA -based COVID -19
vaccine s,but there is no suspicion of human teratogenicity based on the intended mechanism
of action of the compound. Therefore, the use of a highly effective method of contraception
is required (see Appendix 4 ).
4.3.Justification for Dose
Because of the requirement for a rapid response to the newl y emerged COVID -19 pandemic,
sufficient data were not available to experimentally validate the dose selection and in itial
starting dose. Therefore, the original planned starting dose of10 µg (for both BNT162b1 and
BNT162b2) in this study wasbased on nonclinical experience with the same RNAs encoding
other viral antigens (such as influenza and HIV antigens). The gene ral safety and
effectiveness of uRNA and modRNA platforms have been demonstrated in oncological
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