The study that is the subject of this call for tenders should contribute to the ongoing cooperation between EU Member States in the field of higher education policy by analysing options for measuring economic and social relevance in higher education and defining and assessing the effectiveness of the different policy levers available to governments (public authorities) to support the relevance of their higher education systems. Ultimately, the work should produce evidence, conclusions and recommendations to support those involved in designing and implementing higher education reform in EU Member States to improve the effectiveness of policies to promote the relevance of higher education systems.