If EPA has requested that we fix something within an implemented system, and we are applying for a grant to do so, would it be beneficial for us to include that information?

Yes; this information should be included in the project description section of your project narrative (section 1), where we ask for background information and details about why the proposed project is necessary. As the EN grant program has an express restriction on both duplicative funding and Operations and Maintenance (O&M), the applicant should be sure to provide sufficient details and background information to clarify what will be done to the existing system and why this is different than the previous work as funded in the original EN assistance agreement. Additionally, it needs to be clear that the system will now serve needs different from or significantly greater than those originally intended. This will help ensure that your proposed project is not flagged as duplicative of previous work or be flagged as ‘Operations and Maintenance’ activities.