WARREN, Ohio - There's no comment tonight from Severstal Steel on a report that it's Warren and other North American facilities are up for sale.

The web site, www.metalbulletin.com,  is quoting sources as saying the Russian steel maker has asked potential bidders to respond with offers by Friday.

The report says Severstal wants to sell its operations in Warren, as well as those in Sparrows Point, Maryland, and the former Wheeling Pittsburgh corporation as a package.

A Severstal spokesperson tells 21 News that it's company policy not to comment on rumors or speculation.

Officials with Severstal Steel are not commenting on a report that it's Warren and other North American facilities are up for sale.